Traditional Crafts
Chengdu, Southwest China
Han Dynasty (202 BCE–220 CE)
Representative List
Master-Apprentice (Hands-on)
Oral Tradition
Shu Embroidery
"A 2,000-year-old embroidery style from Sichuan, known for its smooth stitches, vibrant colors, and photo-realistic silk compositions."
CIVILIZATION CONTEXT
This artifact is part of the Intangible Heritage Cluster. It connects to 9 entities across the atlas, spanning 1 region, 1 master, 0 festivals, and 0 skills.
Shu Embroidery: A Living Heritage
Shu embroidery from Sichuan Province is one of China's four famous embroidery styles. Known for its smooth, even stitches and vibrant colors, Shu embroidery often depicts landscapes, flowers, birds, and animals. Using fine silk threads on silk or satin fabric, master embroiderers create pieces that are almost photographic in detail. The craft has been practiced for over 2,000 years, with techniques passed down through generations.
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