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:

The artwork "Chinese Paper Cuts Classics-Lucky Goat Child" showcases the essence of traditional Chinese paper cutting art.

This ancient folk art form involves cutting, carving, and folding paper to create various shapes and patterns.

In Chinese culture, paper cutting symbolizes good luck, happiness, and beauty.

The image of "Lucky Goat Child" in this artwork vividly portrays a cute little goat and its offspring.

The goat is one of the mascots of Chinese traditional culture, representing peace, health, and prosperity.

The child symbolizes hope and future for the family, indicating the continuation and inheritance of life.

The entire artwork is predominantly red, giving a festive and warm feeling.

The lines of the paper cutting are smooth and natural, showcasing the unique charm of Chinese traditional art.

By observing this artwork, we can feel the profound cultural heritage and rich connotations of Chinese culture.

In modern society, although technological development has made people's lives more convenient and diverse, traditional culture still holds significant value and meaning.

By appreciating and learning these traditional art forms, we can better understand and inherit Chinese culture while also experiencing a unique aesthetic taste and atmosphere of life.