The tombstone is greatly noble and holy to the Hakka people in Lui-Dui. It is not only the most concrete image to recall ancestors but the essential index of consanguinity. The Hakka Tombstones is a varied and marvelous handicraft made of woodcarving artistry and esthetic concept. The research subject is the Hakka tombstones in Lui-Dui district sampling from Wanluan Township. Through literature analysis, methods of practical analysis, and fieldwork to investigate the pattern on Hakka Tombstones in Lui-Dui and converge the symbol of Hakka culture. In industry structure, by Participant Observation and In-depth Interview Method realize the manufacturing process and marketing. Finally, apply the pattern on Hakka tombstones to originating and cultured goods. Take analysis of the pattern on tombstone as a start and attempts to find the Hakka symbol via it. By the way of culture and originality promotion, exalt the spirit of Hakka culture about designed application. Intend to combine handicraft and esthetic concept to touch people and arouse their deep memory.
The results are: (1) the uniqueness of tombstone pattern appears the Hakka characteristic.(2) the traditional Hakka Tombstone are rare recently according to the appearance of tombstone are changing by time. (3) The dragon and cloud pattern are infrequent on the tombstone. Contrarily, phoenix, magpie, peony, and plum blossom are very common. With whole new thinking make the tombstone pattern become innovative and cultural merchandise. (4) The Tian-Bu composition of the tombstone structure has developed few characters as follows: First, The Tian-Bu composition forms the Golden Rule. The Er-Bu composition is symmetrical. And accessorial patterns are casual. Second, in accordance with the Tian-Bu composition, phoenix and peony must be paired. The magpie is paired with peony, plum blossom or orchid. Third, the head of phoenix faces the central Tian-Bu certainly. No matter what postures it is.
There are four practicable ways to transfer the Hakka Tombstone to unique and cultural decoration: Investigation, Design, Manufacture, and Marketing. The further suggestions are: (1) Create well-known reputation of Hakka unique goods. (2) Expand and study the innovative and cultural merchandise of Hakka.