Hairpin doll and primitive concepts of human groups

Author: Jin Zhilin
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Publish Date: 2001-10-01
Features: The author of this book starts with the study of folk paper-cutting and auspicious flowers for weddings—Zhuajiwa (hairpin doll) and its variations, which are widely circulated in the upper reaches of the Yellow River. Through this research, it is found that the geographical distribution of thousands of years of folk cultural heritage aligns with the archaeological cultural zones of unearthed artifacts. The evolution of the Zhuajiwa design reflects the process of totemic evolution of the Huangdi (Yellow Emperor) clan and tribe in ancient historical legends.