Types of Paper Cutting

The types of paper-cutting are as follows:

Paper-cutting is one of the traditional handicrafts in China, which originated in the Han Dynasty and has a long history. Paper cutting is to use scissors to cut out various shapes on paper, so it is also known as "flower cutting". Due to the different customs and cultures of different regions and folk beliefs and practices, the form and content of paper-cutting are also different. The following is an introduction to some of the more common types of paper-cutting.

One, folk paper cutting

Folk paper cutting is one of the most common paper cutting. It can reflect the cultural and artistic characteristics of different regions and ethnic groups. For example, there is joint paper-cutting (from Zibo City, Shandong Province), which is characterized by cutting a piece of paper into a number of fragmented parts, by combining these parts into different images to express the pattern. There is also grass weaving paper-cutting (from Yueyang City, Hunan Province), which involves cutting thin, wide paper of different colors into grass weaving-like shapes and piecing them together, which is particularly suitable for creating elements of nature such as trees, grass and flowers.

Two, court paper-cutting

Court paper-cutting refers to the craft of paper-cutting used in the courts of successive dynasties. This paper-cutting craft is a purely hand-operated technique with high production requirements and very delicate and exquisite patterns. It is characterized by more complex patterns and complicated lines, and expresses a magnificent and elegant temperament. Palace paper-cutting is not only a kind of artwork, but also has a very high practical value. In ancient times, palace paper-cutting was used to decorate the court, enshrine the gods, it can also be used to create calligraphy, painting and other aspects.

Three, cut window flowers

Cut window flowers is a common folk traditional paper-cutting, in many places have been passed down. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties, it was widely used on temples, residential buildings, stores and other buildings for decoration and sunshade. Window-cutting is famous for its diversified shapes and patterns rich in folk characteristics. It covers a variety of animals, plants, flying birds and beasts, etc. Each pattern has its own unique symbolism. For example, peony represents wealth and prosperity, and butterfly represents love.