Four styles of chinese embroidery

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publisher: Harris

Issue Time: Jan 14,2021

Summary

In chinese history, there are four famous embroidery styles.They originated from different parts of China and each has its own unique characteristics.

Four styles of Chinese Embroidery

In Chinese history, there are four famous embroidery styles.They originated from different parts of China and each has its own unique characteristics.

Su embroidery is famous for its smoothness.It features a strong folk flavor and its stitching is meticulously, skillful, coloration subtle and refined Su embroidery products fall into three major categories: costumes, decorations for halls and crafts for daily use.

Shu embroidery is refined and brisk influenced by its geographic environment and local customs.Its raw materials are satin and colored silk,its craftsmanship is painstaking and refined. The emphasis is on even stitching,delicate coloration and local flavor.

Xiang embroidery is a witness of ancient Xiang and it became a special branch of the local art over two thousand years.The uniqueness of Xiang embroidery is that it is patterned after a painting draft. In Xiang embroidery, animals and plants are all true to life, you can even smell the fragrance of flowers.

Yue embroidery, which encompasses Guangzhou embroidery and Chaozhou embroidery.It is composed of intricate but symmetrical patterns, vibrant colors, varied and a defined weave stitches. Its use of primary colors, lights and shade are reminiscent of western paintings.

Now Ewsca Cashmere has launched a collection of cashmere embroidery styles. You can find them as below.