From dragons to terracotta warriors, these lantern sculptures were crafted in China and are now lighting up twelve acres of Four Mile in a spectacular celebration of tradition.
presents artisan paper lantern sculptures for onlookers to admire and interact with, now through October 1. Inspired by the traditional lantern festivals that ring in the Chinese New Year, Bright Nights' large sculptural lanterns take the form of everything from Chinese dragons to ornate piranhas and historic depictions of terracotta warriors.
Authenticity is central to the experience, as Tianyu built most of Bright Nights' lanterns on the other side of the world. Headquartered in Zigong, which lies in the southwestern province of Sichuan, Tianyu designs the lanterns according to a theme, often taking inspiration from the natural world, and assembles them before breaking down the works and shipping them to their destination.
Moving past the ocean-inspired section, there is a parcel of farm-related lanterns, including a beehive, followed by a traditional Chinese section, with the terracotta warrior and iconic dragon. Finally, there is an interactive section of the park, where viewers can immerse themselves in the light. The entire installation will cover twelve acres of the park.
Zheng hopes that the festival will bring attention to the long-practiced art of Chinese lanterns and their cultural significance, but most of all, his wish is that attendees will find joy and delight in their beauty, and enjoy seeing the storied Four Mile Historic Park begin to glow under the setting sun.
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