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[SOLD] Forbidden Wishes of Imperial China clutch [Unique]
Newly hand embroidered with silk threads on electric blue silk textile. This work of art is completed with 2 different styles of embroidery techniques—The Forbidden Stitch (The Peking Knot) and the Gold Couching technique which dates back to about 8th century CE in China.
These two are particular unique and special to traditional Chinese craftsmanship.
The motif is that of a Ruyi (Fulfilling all of one’s wishes) which is a traditional auspicious symbol representing best wishes.
This bag can be used as a hand clutch or sling around your shoulder to hip for more casual look.
Description
This piece combined 2 of my favourite style of embroidery–the forbidden knot and the gold couching techniques. The forbidden knot was closely associated with the Qing dynasty embroidery, and you would find it in many of the antique Qing dynasty dress pieces. The earliest discovery of the gold couching technique was a doll-dress from the Tang dynasty (around 8th century CE) uncovered from Famensi temple some 1300 years back. The central motif outlined by golden coloured threads is in the shape of a Ruyi, and in Ming and Qing dynasty, such motif was wildly popular especially amongst women and children. You would find it in their accessories and garment. The colour combination in this against an electric blue silk fabric is absolutely stunning.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 28 × 13.5 × 6 cm |
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