Zhao Jin Baizhi, the fourth generation inheritor of the century old intangible cultural heritage of Beijing embroidery
Jing embroidery, also known as palace embroidery, is a traditional embroidery technique in ancient Chinese courts with a long history. It originated in the Tang Dynasty, flourished during the Song and Liao dynasties, and reached its peak in the Ming and Qing dynasties. Jing embroidery, with its exquisite skills and unique aesthetic style, has become one of the Eight Wonders of Yanjing. Especially in the Qing Dynasty, Jing embroidery was widely used in palace costumes and decorations, demonstrating high artistic value and cultural connotations. Beijing Embroidery has a variety of stitches, inheriting the essence of Suzhou Embroidery and other skills, including Qi stitch, Wo stitch, and set stitch. The combination of these stitches can produce rich lines and patterns, showing unique artistic effects. Its color application is exquisite, with five colors as its characteristic, emphasizing the coordination and unity between […]
