The content of carvings and small sculptures on the Taoyuan wine-jar lids are mostly related to Chinese wine culture and can be assigned into the following categories.

Animals and legendary beasts: dragon, phoenix, lion, kylin, deer, crane, sheep, rabit, golden toad, fish, crab, prawn, magpie, elephant, monkey, horse, bat, butterfly, squirrel, mouse, chilopod, and more.

Plants, flowers and fruit: plum blossom, orchid, bamboo, chrysanthemum, peony, lotus, peach, grape, guava, calabash, pine tree, and more.

Characters: Chinese characters that mean fortune, longevity, happiness, good luck, names of people, and shop names, among other.

Natural scenery: mountain, stone, river, the sun, clouds, and more.

Architecture: heavenly palace, houses and more.

Daily necessities: table, chair, wine jar, wine pot, wine cup, book, flask, and more.

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