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Chinese Paper Cutting
Paper Cutting – Chinese Folklore
Paper cutting is a very distinctive visual art of Chinese traditional handicraft and has been making its way along the route of the long history of paper. It art originated from the 6th century after the invention of paper in the Han Dynasty. After more than one thousand years’ development, now it has become a very popular means of decoration among country folk, especially women.
Most of the paper cutting artists are women. The themes of their works usually include everything in people’s daily life from living things to the surroundings. Familiarity with these items makes them understand the real spirit of the art.
No doubt that art comes from the life and serves life. Paper cutting is very popular in the courtyard. The bright colors of red, green or light blue in works paper cutting provides t astron foil to set off a merry atmosphere. So they are often found in wedding ceremonies or festivals in China. And people like to decorate their windows and doors using colorful paper cutting.
Here are some typical paper cuttings.
Cranes and pines which symbolize longevity
Zhong Kui captures ghosts
Mr. & Mrs. Right
Dragons play with a pearl
Horses
People find hope and comfort in expressing wishes with paper cuttings. For example: for a wedding ceremony, red paper cuts are a traditional and necessary decoration on the tea set, the dressing table glass, and on other furniture.
A big red paper character “xi” (happiness) is a must on the newlywed’s door. Upon the birthday party of a senior, the character “shou” represents longevity and will add delight to the whole celebration; while a pattern of plump children cuddling fish signifies that every year they will be abundant in wealth.
Chinese Paper Cutting
Paper Cutting – Chinese Folklore
Paper cutting is a very distinctive visual art of Chinese traditional handicraft and has been making its way along the route of the long history of paper. It art originated from the 6th century after the invention of paper in the Han Dynasty. After more than one thousand years’ development, now it has become a very popular means of decoration among country folk, especially women.
Most of the paper cutting artists are women. The themes of their works usually include everything in people’s daily life from living things to the surroundings. Familiarity with these items makes them understand the real spirit of the art.
No doubt that art comes from the life and serves life. Paper cutting is very popular in the courtyard. The bright colors of red, green or light blue in works paper cutting provides t astron foil to set off a merry atmosphere. So they are often found in wedding ceremonies or festivals in China. And people like to decorate their windows and doors using colorful paper cutting.
Here are some typical paper cuttings.
Cranes and pines which symbolize longevity
Zhong Kui captures ghosts
Mr. & Mrs. Right
Dragons play with a pearl
Horses
People find hope and comfort in expressing wishes with paper cuttings. For example: for a wedding ceremony, red paper cuts are a traditional and necessary decoration on the tea set, the dressing table glass, and on other furniture.
A big red paper character “xi” (happiness) is a must on the newlywed’s door. Upon the birthday party of a senior, the character “shou” represents longevity and will add delight to the whole celebration; while a pattern of plump children cuddling fish signifies that every year they will be abundant in wealth.
