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Yunnan nation artware

Yunnan is a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural province with rich ethnic handicrafts. These handicrafts have inherited thousands of years of culture and art and are an important part of China's traditional culture. In Yunnan, you can see many beautiful handicrafts, such as embroidery, wood carving, ceramics, silver ornaments, leather products and so on. These handicrafts are made by local folk craftsmen, and each one has a unique cultural connotation and historical story.

Embroidered works

Cloud embroidery is mainly colored embroidery, characterized by bright colors, smooth lines and vivid images. Color embroidery is a traditional handicraft of Yunnan minority women, and its production process needs to go through many processes such as design, embroidery, embroidery and sewing. In the process of embroidery, artisans need to choose suitable wires and colors according to the designed patterns, embroider the patterns on silk and satin with needle and thread, and then sew them. Embroidery patterns are mostly flowers and birds, landscapes, figures and so on. It symbolizes good wishes such as auspiciousness, reunion and happiness.

woodcarving

Yunnan's wood carving technology is famous for its exquisite carving skills and unique cultural connotation. Yunnan woodcarving crafts mainly include Buddha statues, furniture, utensils and so on. In the production process, artisans need to select suitable wood for carving first, and then design and carve. The patterns of woodcarving are mostly Buddhist themes, traditional culture and natural scenery. , meaning peace, beauty and nature.

Pottery and porcelain

Ceramic handicrafts in Yunnan are famous for their unique shapes and exquisite patterns. Ceramic handicrafts in Yunnan mainly include tea sets, vases and tableware. In the process of making, craftsmen need to select suitable clay to make it, and then shape, depict and fire it. The patterns of ceramics are mostly natural scenery, animals, people and so on. It means beauty and happiness.

silver works

Silver ornaments in Yunnan are widely praised for their exquisite craftsmanship and unique cultural connotation. Silver ornaments in Yunnan mainly include earrings, necklaces and bracelets. In the production process, craftsmen need to select suitable silver materials, and then carry out many processes such as design, casting and polishing. The patterns of silver ornaments are mostly natural scenery, animals, people and so on. , meaning beautiful, auspicious and happy.

leatherware

Yunnan leather products are widely praised for their exquisite production technology and unique cultural connotation. Leather products in Yunnan mainly include handbags, wallets and belts. In the production process, craftsmen need to select suitable leather materials, and then design, cut, sew and other steps. The patterns of leather products are mostly natural scenery, animals, people and so on. , meaning beautiful, happy and auspicious.