Chinese Embroidery课件.ppt

Chinese Embroidery中国刺绣 History The craft, which dates back to the Three Kingdoms Period(220-280),became a sideline(副业) of people in the Suzhou area during the Ming Dynasty(1368-1644).Well known for its smoothness(柔滑) and delicateness(精美), Su embroidery won Suzhou the title City of Embroidery in the Qing Dynasty. History In the mid and late Qing, Su embroidery experienced further development involving works of double-sided embroidering(双面绣). There were 65 embroidery stores in Suzhou City. History During the Republic of China period(1912-1949),Su embroidery industry was in decline due to frequent wars and it was restored and regenerated after the founding of new China. History In 1950, the central government set up research centers for Su embroidery and launched training courses for the study of embroidery. Weaving methods have climbed from 18 to the present 40. Feature Su embroidery features a strong, folk flavor and its weaving techniques are characterized by the following: the product surface must be flat, the rim(边缘) must be neat, the needle must be thin, the lines must be dense, the color must be harmonious and bright and the picture must be even(平坦的). Also called Chuan embroidery, Shu embroidery is the general name for embroidery products in areas around Chengdu, Sichuan Province. History Shu embroidery enjoys a long history. As early as the Han Dynasty, Shu embroidery was already famous. The central government even designated(指定) an office in this area for its administration. History During the Five Dynasties and Ten States periods(五代十国, 907-960), a peaceful society and large demand provided advanced conditions for the rapid development of the Shu embroidery industry. History Shu embroidery experienced its peak development in Song Dynasty(960-1279),ranking first both production and excellence. In the mid-Qing Dynasty, the Shu embroidery industry was formed. History Shu embroidery factories were set up and the craft entered a new phase of developme