Embroidery Scroll: A Series of Fine Art Treasures of Beijing

Author: Editorial Committee of "The Essence of Beijing Cultural Relics"
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Publishing Date: 2001-02-01
Features:
1. The selected range includes over 150 fine textiles and embroideries from the Han, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties (all including clothing).
2. All archaeological finds and heirlooms in Beijing with historical, scientific, and artistic value are carefully selected, with emphasis on different varieties and patterns.
3. The textiles and embroideries are arranged in chronological order by era, category, and style. Within the same era, archaeological finds are listed before heirlooms. Categories are divided into silk weaving, brocade, and embroidery, each further subdivided into materials, clothing, and decorative items.
4. The book begins with an introduction titled "Textile and Embroidery Art in Beijing," followed by illustrations with captions and appendices. Names, dates, original locations, and current locations of textile and embroidery artifacts are all introduced. Different academic opinions on specific artifacts are presented in the captions for reference by researchers.
5. All textile and embroidery names are based on the recognized academic terms by textile and embroidery experts.