In fact, in Beijing, there is also a saying that "too much courtesy will lose", which means that giving too many gifts will make the other party feel bored and lose their feelings.
So why do Beijingers like to give gifts? In addition to the above reasons, it is also because Beijing is the capital, the center of the country, the economic and cultural center, and the most prosperous city in the country.
Therefore, the gift market in Beijing is very developed and there are many kinds of goods. Therefore, as long as you come to Beijing, you can see all kinds of gifts wherever you go.
But many outsiders don't know that among so many gifts, only one really belongs to Beijing. That is: Beijing eight dollars.
What does Beijing Eight Pieces mean? It consists of eight objects: teapot, teacup, male bowl, water spoon, chopsticks tube, incense box and box.
Among them, teapots, teacups and fair pots are all porcelain products; The water spoon, chopsticks tube and incense box are bamboo products; Chopsticks are a special kind of wooden chopsticks.
These things are called "Beijing Eight Pieces" because they are made by the people of Beijing. They not only have high artistic appreciation value, but also have practical value.
First, let's look at its manufacturing process.
To make this kind of article, you need to burn the kiln first, then wait until the porcelain is fired, and then go through the processes of carving and painting, and finally become a perfect handicraft.
Secondly, in terms of materials, they are all made of fine ceramics or bamboo. Therefore, the handicrafts made of this material are not only beautiful and elegant, but also durable.
Third, their workmanship is very fine. For example, an ordinary cup or bowl needs more than a dozen processes to make.
Fourth, because everything is small and exquisite and beautifully shaped, it will give people a warm feeling at home.
Fifth, although they are daily necessities, each one has its own name and meaning, and each one has a beautiful story.
For example, in a story called "Yan Nan Fei", it was once said: "Yan Nan Fei Bei Gui, purple mud new baked wine". In other words, "Beijing Eight Pieces" are made of purple mud.
In addition, the meanings of "eight things in Beijing" are as follows: first, "eight things", that is to say, there are eight things in life. The second is to send a message that life is like tea, water, wine, flowers, wood, firewood, rice and beans. The third is to persuade people to cherish the life in front of them and not to waste time just for ease and enjoyment. Fourth, we should know how to be grateful and repay kindness. Fifth, we should be diligent and thrifty. Sixth, be content. Seventh, warn people to be down-to-earth and not aim too high.
Finally, the ancients thought that a person could only have eight friends in his life. Therefore, if you can get the blessings and blessings of these eight friends, you will be safe and happy all your life.
It can be seen that the so-called "too many gifts will be lost" is actually only aimed at those extravagant and wasteful gift-giving methods. Gifts given by Beijingers to others, though not expensive, can make people feel warm, because they are full of deep feelings.