ChineseEmbroidery中国刺绣预案.ppt

Chinese Embroidery History of Chinese Embroideries Chinese embroidery has a long history since the Neolithic age. the earliest real sample of silk embroidery discovered in China is from a tomb in Mashan in Hubei province The figure of dragon,phoenix and tiger embroidery 龙凤虎纹绣罗 The silk production and trade were flourished after the opening of Silk Route in the Han Dynasty. In the 14th century, the Chinese silk embroidery production reached its high peak. Modern Chinese silk embroidery still prevails in southern China. History of Chinese Embroideries Xiang Embroidery Shu Embroidery Yue Embroidery Among all the embroidery styles of China, the Guangdong style may not be the best, but it is certainly the most special. Apart from its use of silk and floss, Guangdong embroidery is also known for its creative use of special materials such as peacock feathers and horsehair. Su Embroidery Flower Bird Fish