Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style

Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style
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Publisher : Shanghai Press
Total Pages : 462
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ISBN-10 : 9781938368660
ISBN-13 : 1938368665
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Book Synopsis Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style by : Daiyu Chen

Download or read book Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style written by Daiyu Chen and published by Shanghai Press. This book was released on 2022-01-10 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Goldwork embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery technique that was originally used in the court or palaces and was exclusive to nobility in ancient times. Similar embroidery techniques were used in Central Asia and Europe in ancient times as well. Today, this sort of technique, characterized by its diversity of thread textures, variety of techniques, unique three-dimensional shape, and ability to blend other embroidery styles, is familiar to and admired by embroidery enthusiasts all over the world.Through her practice in embroidery over the past two decades, Chen Daiyu has simultaneously studied both Chinese and European embroidery. Her work is unique in that it combines the beauty of both forms, making it uniquely original. In this book, she draws inspiration from elements of traditional Chinese painting, combining traditional Chinese silk embroidery with European goldwork embroidery to create stunning, elegant works with a unique Chinese aesthetic appeal. This volume combines images and text, taking the reader systematically through the world of goldwork embroidery with a step-by-step guide. Through this book, you will:•Move from the basics to a comprehensive understanding of Chinese goldwork and the history, tools, materials, and basic techniques of goldwork embroidery.•Move from an elementary to an advanced level by completing goldwork embroideries of sixteen elements, including flowers, birds, insects, and fruit, each rich in Chinese cultural connotations.•Combine various elements into four complete Chinese embroidery paintings to form exquisite, practical decorations to beautify your life.•Appreciate the collision and fusion of the soft luster of Chinese silk embroidery and the retro beauty of European goldwork embroidery and gain new creative inspiration.•Get started with the aid of carefully prepared draft templets, even if you have no foundation at all.


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