Embroidery - Illustrated Catalogue of People's Collectibles

Author: Xin Hong
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: China is renowned as the "Land of Silk" and enjoys the reputation of a splendid China. The weaving and embroidery craft is undoubtedly one of the important artistic treasures left by the ancestors of the Chinese nation. The organization and preservation of weaving and embroidery are also crucial. Organization involves two aspects: one is the research and verification of aspects such as age, name, category, and material, recording the known information, and cataloging it for storage; the other is cleaning and mending. Under normal circumstances, private collectors only need to ensure that their collections are basically complete and clean. During storage, weaving and embroidery pieces are generally afraid of light, moisture, and excessive dryness. It is best to have specialized storage boxes. Additionally, it is very important to place camphor regularly to prevent pests and mold. Weaving and embroidery pieces are extremely difficult to clean. They should be stored flat and spread out. When displayed, it is best to place them in a frame. As one of the highlights of traditional Chinese art, weaving and embroidery pieces enjoy high prestige abroad. The British Museum in the UK houses exquisite Chinese weaving and embroidery pieces from various dynasties. Nowadays, both domestic and international collectors are intensifying their efforts to collect Chinese folk weaving and embroidery pieces. This not only indicates the huge potential for appreciation and value in the market but also reflects people's yearning and love for personally touching traditional Chinese art. The weaving and embroidery collections of ordinary folk featured in this book are presented for readers' appreciation.