Return To 1977 Chapter 515: Mianrener
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Early in the morning that day, except for Hong Yanzheng, Xu Manli, Hong Yanwu, Chen Liquan, who had to go to work, and Xiao Hongyi, who needed to nurse and stayed with his mother at the factory-run nursery in the "Hongqi Factory". The rest of the Hong family came to the old house carrying vegetables, fruits, chicken, duck, and fish.
Needless to say, since Tang Xin'er is the unmarried daughter-in-law of the Hong family, of course she has to take the initiative to come and help.
The day before, she used the method taught by "Auntie Bao" and according to southern customs, made scissors, pears, eggplants, melons, pomegranates, apples, chickens, piglets, goldfish, frogs, Crabs, shrimps and other various flower-shaped patterns are fried and eaten.
Early the next morning, I took these festive "Qiaoguoer" with me and went to Dongdan Vegetable Market to buy two live fish, and then rushed to the Hong family's old house on Meishi Street to help.
Coincidentally, after getting off the bus in Dashilan, she met an old man with a white beard who was a "face maker".
This is the first time since the "movement" in Beijing that she has met folk artists who have returned to their old profession on the streets.
The so-called "dough making" is actually also called "dough sculpture". It is a simple but highly artistic folk skill in my country.
Artists have to grind glutinous rice into flour, then knead the flour with water until soft, add honey and paraffin, mix it with pigments to make it colorful, and then use their skillful hands to shape them into various costumed opera characters.
For example, Liu Guanzhang in "The Romance of the Three Kingdoms", Tang Monk and his apprentice in "Journey to the West", Huang Zhong in "Dingjun Mountain", Zhao Yun in "Changban Slope", etc.
The person "Tang Xin'er" met had the words "Mian Renjiang" engraved on the wooden box, and his craftsmanship was actually quite exquisite.
The small-faced man he made was wearing various armors, with flags on his back, holding swords and guns, and looked majestic.
Therefore, this old man attracted many spectators, big and small. "Tang Xin'er" stood there and watched with great interest for a long time.
It's a pity that the old man asked for 20 cents a piece, which was still a "huge sum" for children back then. For adults, it was almost the cost of a pack of cigarettes, and most people were reluctant to use it to coax their children. So there are many people watching, but few buying.
But "Tang Xin'er" was tempted after looking at it, and asked the old man if he could pinch the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl.
The old man hesitated for a moment and said, "You can pinch it, but the cowherd has to lead the cow. It's very troublesome. And the three faces are indispensable. You can't hold the lot, you have to put a support board." Come on. The price must be higher. Girl, I don’t want more from you..."
"Tang Xin'er" suddenly became happy and said, "Okay, uncle, as long as you pinch it nicely, I will give you a piece of the three-faced man!"
When the old man heard this, he became energetic and immediately patted his chest and said that it didn’t look like he wanted no money. Then he took the dough and kneaded it.
Don't tell me, the old man is really unambiguous and he does have some unique skills.
After a short while, he expertly kneaded the cow, including its tail, ears, hooves and horns. The cowherd has a dark complexion and his cloth is patched. The details are handled very cleverly. In the end, the old man even connected the man and the cow with a grass ring, which is quite vivid.
But the one who looks the most beautiful and shows off her skills the most is Weaver Girl.
The clothes are beautiful, the posture is graceful, the clothes are flowing, and the appearance is somewhat similar to "Tang Xin'er" himself.
In fact, this is no longer a "work", but involves the improvisation of craftsmen, which makes "Tang Xin'er" find it really interesting. Others also said it was wonderful!
In the end, everyone was happy, and the old man received a generous reward. "Tang Xin'er" also got a small gift to coax Hong Jun.
As expected, this guy was right.
As soon as "Tang Xin'er" arrived at the Hong family's garden, she heard "Aunt Sugar" and Hong Jun jumped out from the flowers under the tree like a bandit.
The two little dirty hands raised up startled Tang'er. He didn't know whether the kid had touched the mud or played with the soil. He might have caught an insect. This was more terrifying to her than anything else.
I have to say it here. Thanks to this person as a shield, I successfully attracted the attention of this "mountain king", otherwise "Tang Xin'er"'s clothes would most likely be difficult to keep clean.
But a child is a child after all. Although Hong Jun really liked it, he carefully held it in his hands and looked at it endlessly. He also said, "Weaver Girl is like Auntie Sugar." But he also has his own unique aesthetic.
This kid is just picky about the Cowherd having no magic power. He said, "This **** is the most useless. He knows nothing but farming. If only he could be replaced by Sun Dasheng..."
One sentence made "Tang Xin'er" almost bend over with joy. "Oh, you little thing. If I had known better, I should have given you a "Lotus Lantern"..."
To be honest, the greatest knowledge in giving gifts is indeed how to give people what they need.
No matter how good a thing is, others don’t need it, and you may not be happy if you work hard to get it. On the contrary, don't look down on others. If you understand other people's thoughts, you will be particularly flattering.
For example, although the noodles bought by "Tang Xin'er" did not win Hong Jun's full approval. But when she entered the newly renovated West Cross Courtyard and greeted the Hong family members who came out, the other gifts she brought made Wang Yunlin, her future mother-in-law, very satisfied.
Because first of all, the live fish brought by "Tang Xin'er" are the best addition to every family's wedding banquet, but you need to go to the market early to buy them now, and they are often gone a little later.
Wang Yunlin was originally regretting that she didn't have time to make the trip, but she didn't expect that "Tang Xin'er" was already thinking ahead.
Secondly, those southern style "Qiaoguoer" made by "Tang Xin'er" are too cute.
Not only are all of them dyed in seven colors, but they are also strung together with long red threads by "Tang Xin'er", and the ends are tied with sand fruits or floral cloth.
This can be hung on the wall for decoration, or strung together in a loop and hung between children's necks for fun. It can also be eaten as a snack, which is beautiful, fun, delicious and suitable for the occasion.
Not to mention that Wang Yunlin couldn't help but praise "Tang Xin'er" for her thoughtfulness and ingenuity. Even Hong Yanru also laughed and joined in the fun, saying that today was a perfect day for the occasion, and "Tang Xin'er" was the "Qiao Niang" welcomed into the family.
This time she was embarrassed to praise "Tang Xin'er", her face turned red with embarrassment, and she quickly asked Wang Yunlin if she could help.
This naturally makes Wang Yunlin feel that this future daughter-in-law is impeccable.
Of course, Wang Yunlin is definitely not the evil mother-in-law in "Cui Wan Ding". He also doesn’t have the bad habit of showing off with his juniors.
So she thoughtfully asked "Tang Xin'er" to take a rest and drink some water, and asked Hong Yanru to accompany her to see the house. Let’s talk about what to do later.
Actually, "Tangxin'er" is also curious about what's in the house.
She couldn't imagine what tricks Hong Yanwu could come up with, so she smiled and nodded.
Sure enough, I was not disappointed. As soon as I followed Hong Yanru through the door, "Tang Xin'er" was shocked.
Because even though she has a small courtyard of her own, the room is decorated in a small and exquisite Western style. As for the Hong family's house, it exudes the nobility and grandeur of a wealthy family. She had never seen such a solemn and gorgeous style before.
The scene in the house is really similar to the scene described in the cross talk "Praise for the Residence". It's perfect for filming a movie here, inside and out.
In the central hall facing you is an eight-foot "Fu Lu Picture" - a gourd painted by Qi Baishi, which symbolizes a full house of good fortune and a happy family life.
At the bottom is a large table that is so yellow that it can produce oil. On top there are kiln bottles, general jars, and bonsai pots.
In front of the case, there is a Huanghuali Eight Immortals table, with Huanghuali Taishi chairs on both sides. There is a large vertical red sandalwood clock in the corner of the room.
The inner room also has a dressing mirror measuring 1.2 feet, a shelf measuring 1.2 feet, and a camphor screen engraved with pictures of the Eight Immortals...
Needless to say, Hong Yanwu moved in some of the Hong family's belongings.
But there are so many good things, although they can dazzle people for a while, they still can't cover up the excitement of the "floor cover". In the end, people's eyes have to focus on this thing.
In fact, the so-called "floor cover" is a carved partition between houses.
But it is different from the partition nicknamed "Bisha Cabinet". There is a door on the partition, and when closed tightly, it will form two rooms. The "floor cover" is transparent, just a symbol of partition.
Because the west courtyard of the Hong family is the residence of the head of the family, the window lattice is modeled after the bat style of the "Li Jingxuan" in the back hall of Chuxiu Palace.
For some reason, the floral decorations carved on the "floor covers" are also the pattern of "Heaven brings happiness and longevity". Each floor cover on both sides of the hall is carved with bats flying in the sky. The shapes are different and lifelike.
"Tang Xin'er" caressed the bats above. She said that if she hadn't seen it with her own eyes, she wouldn't have believed that the wood carvings could be so wonderful. It was so gorgeous. There are so many skilled craftsmen in this world.
After hearing this, Hong Yanru told her that this thing could not be made by skilled craftsmen alone. It was first drawn by Mr. Shan, and then engraved by the elder brother's master. It is only Master Wang’s ability, and it will not work without the design of experts from the Forbidden City. So after it was carved, even Master Wang himself liked it, claiming that each of these "floor-standing covers" contained 108 bats, which was no less impressive than the royal ones.
After hearing this, "Tang Xin'er" was full of praise and said, "This kind of thing is really interesting. Not only is it beautiful and practical, but you can also count and play with it when you have nothing to do. If you live here, you won't be bored." ..."
Hong Yanru laughed when she heard this, "Why do you like it so much? Then come and see the East Crossing Courtyard with me. The floor cover there is made of nanmu, and Master Wang carved eighteen little squirrels. Hidden among the grape vines, it’s even more interesting than this one. Look back at these two places and see which one you like. Choose it so that my third brother can come and build your new house. Ah..."
"Tang Xin'er" really didn't expect that Hong Yanru, who always only laughs and doesn't talk much, could be so naughty today, and immediately blushed after hearing the last sentence. Of course, he would not comply. If he catches Hong Yanru, he will be punished.
While joking, the future sister-in-law and sister-in-law got into a fight...