Craft:100% handicraft

Origin:Beijing

Chinese Paper Cuts also called Scissor-cuts, it is a kind of folk artwork with rich local flavor popularizing in numerous people. Chinese Paper cuts was come out during the period of Nanbeichao Dynasty.

Colorful paper cut by scissors is often used as decoration and forms various artistic styles because of different purposes, such as for window decoration, basket decoration, present decoration and designs. Among them paper-cut for window decoration is the most popular. So paper-cut is also called Window Grille. Basket decoration is hanging decoration for festivals. Present decoration is to add color for the present and exaggerate living atmosphere and encourage the people's emotions.

Paper-cut designs are to design the models for folk needlework. Most of them are red and some are colorful. Folk scissor-cut is gentle, lovely and vivid with bright color. Cut skills are powerful and smooth. The line is easy. Its subject often comes from the folk and is good decoration.

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Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

This artwork is a set of nine Chinese paper-cuts depicting Beijing Opera masks.

These paper-cuts are renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship and rich cultural significance.

They represent the essence of traditional Chinese art and showcase the charm of ancient Chinese culture.

The Beijing Opera masks in this set have unique designs and exquisite skills, with each mask having its own distinctive features and symbolic meanings.

They are usually made of red paper and adorned with various patterns and characters.

These patterns and characters are often associated with the roles, stories, and historical backgrounds of Beijing Opera.

By observing these masks, we can gain knowledge about the development process, character images, and social customs of ancient Chinese drama.

In addition to the Beijing Opera masks, this set of paper-cuts also includes other elements related to traditional Chinese culture, such as dragons, phoenixes, flowers, etc.

These elements are all presented in the form of exquisite paper-cuts, providing a visual enjoyment and artistic shock.

In conclusion, this set of Chinese paper-cuts - Beijing Opera Masks _9 pieces set_ showcases one of the gems of ancient Chinese culture.

It is not only an artwork but also a cultural heritage and a witness to history.

By appreciating these paper-cut works, we can better understand the rich connotations and unique charm of traditional Chinese culture.