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The design inspiration for the sculpture comes from the folk story in Hangzhou about King Qian Liu of Wuyue (Qian Wang) controlling the tide to solve the problem of flooding in the Qiantang River. It aims to showcase the heroic image of King Qian Liu and his historical achievements in solving problems for the people.
Historical background: The Qiantang River suffered from flooding on both banks, and King Qian Liu solved this problem by controlling the tide through archery. He also built a seawall in the area, benefiting the people.
Relationship with other sculptures: The sculpture echoes the nearby "Qianjiang Dragon" sculpture, forming a group of symbolic artworks that showcase the arrival of the Qiantang River era and the rapid development of the Binjiang Science and Technology City.
In summary, the King Qian Liu sculpture is not only a reflection of Hangzhou's urban humanistic spirit, but also a public artwork with significant historical and cultural value.
