Sancai environmental mural symbolizing the center of China and the cradle of Chinese cities

《国之中 城之源》丨Guozhizhong Chengzhiyuan, a Sancai environmental mural symbolizing the center of China and the cradle of Chinese cities

Guozhizhong Chengzhiyuan (Sancai environmental mural symbolizing the center of China and the cradle of Chinese cities), measuring 25.8 meters in length and 3.3 meters in height, was created by the renowned artist Guo Aihe and his team as the theme mural for the Henan Pavilion at the 2010 Shanghai World Expo. It sets against the Yellow River, a symbol of the roots and enduring spirit of the Chinese nation. The mural incorporates cultural icons such as the Houmuwu Ding, oracle bone script, and the Hetu and Luoshu (two mysterious ancient diagrams), highlighting Henan's rich heritage as one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization.

中国工艺美术大师郭爱和创作的三彩环艺作品《国之中 城之源》长25.8米、高3.3米，系2010年上海世博会中国馆区河南馆主题壁画。作品以黄河为核心意象，铺陈为视觉主轴，象征中华民族的精神根脉与文明源流。画面融合后母戊鼎、甲骨文、河图洛书等中原文化符号，深刻揭示了河南作为中华文明重要发祥地的历史身份与文化地位。