Where are the cloisonne handicrafts?

Cloisonne is a famous handicraft in Beijing.

1, origin and history

Cloisonne originated in Ming Dynasty and developed in Qing Dynasty. It is named after the cloisonne pagoda in the Summer Palace. It was originally a luxury of the court and nobles, used to decorate and show their status and wealth. After centuries of development, cloisonne has gradually become one of the important art forms in China's heritage.

2. Production process

The production of cloisonne is very unique and requires dozens of processes to complete. First of all, the copper tire needs to be carefully forged and made into the required shape. Then glaze with glaze and fire for many times to form a hard and shiny surface. Finally, careful painting and decoration are carried out, usually using bright blue with metallic texture.

3, characteristics and style

Cloisonne is characterized by dark blue glaze as the main color, with metal copper tires, giving people a luxurious and noble feeling. It is usually based on traditional cultural themes such as mountains and rivers, flowers and birds, and shows the meaning and beauty of China traditional culture. Cloisonne works come in various forms, including vases, plates, sachets and jewelry boxes.

4. Artistic value

Cloisonne, as a traditional handicraft, has high artistic value. Its unique production technology, rich cultural connotation and exquisite skills make it a treasure in China's traditional crafts. Cloisonne works not only show the beauty of China traditional culture, but also have collection value and investment value.

Cultural connotation of cloisonne;

1, good luck

Cloisonne works often express good wishes with auspicious patterns and meanings, such as flowers, birds, fish and insects. Each pattern has a specific symbolic meaning, such as a peony symbolizing prosperity and a pure and auspicious lotus flower. These patterns and meanings convey people's expectations for a better life and good luck and happiness.

2. Harmony and balance

Cloisonne works pursue the beauty of harmony and balance. Both in color matching and pattern design, we pay attention to achieving a balanced aesthetic feeling. This idea of pursuing harmony and balance embodies the concept of "neutralization" in China culture, that is, pursuing harmony and balance.

3. Cultural inheritance

Cloisonne, as a traditional handicraft, bears the inheritance and development of China culture. It has lasted thousands of years of production skills and traditional skills, passed down from generation to generation, and conveyed the ancient artistic essence and wisdom of China. The production technology and pattern style of cloisonne represent the unique charm of China traditional culture.