Beijing Embroidery
Channel: 中国新闻社
Date: 11/03/2022

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        These stunning flowers and birds
        are all works of Beijing embroidery, a traditional craft that has been passed down through generations.
        Beijing Embroidery is one of the eight exquisite handicrafts of Beijing. Also known as Imperial Embroidery, it was originally made for the imperial household.
        Developed and flourished during China’s last two dynasties  
        it was used to makeluxurious imperial robes
        with silk thread
        as well as gold thread, 
        symbolizing wealth and power.
        Patterns of the Beijing embroidery depict auspicious things and signs,
        such as the Chinese dragon and phoenix 
        as well as other auspicious animals and blooming flowers.
        Different colors of the embroidery have different symbolic meanings.
        Yellow represents the emperors’ supreme power;
        Red is festive and auspicious; 
        Whereas blue symbolizes elegance and dignity.
        Various patterns and colors are combined harmoniously,
        constituting the unique Beijing embroidery,
        a traditional needle art which embodies the spirit of craftsmanship. 
        Producer  Yu Lan
        Executive Producer  Wu Qingcai  Qi Bin
        Coordinator  Wang Kai  Zeng Nai
        Editor  Fang Min
        Jointly produced by China News Network and Communication University of China