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Height:12"

Material:Silk and gauze

Origin:Beijing

Handicraft:handmade by traditional craftsmen


Beijing silk figurines originated in the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) and have a history of more than 1,000 years. Silk figurines produced in Beijing are a Chinese traditional handicraft. Folk cloth-pinpricked and color-pricked toys and other handicrafts are all closely connected with handcrafting silk figurines.

In terms of materials, the heads of foreign figurines are made of gesso, clay and wood, while Beijing silk figurines are all made of Chinese silk from head to toe -- their facial expressions, clothing and postures all tinged with the Chinese flavor.

Beijing silk figurines usually represent young men and women in Chinese folktales, traditional dramas and ethnic dancingrs. The subjects are primaryly characters from folk stories loved by China's common people, including ancient beauties, dramatic figurines and modern dancingrs.

The making of the figurines involves a dozen steps, including sculpting, painting, designing clothing and props, and arranging the hair and headgears. Each step requires sophisticated techniques and ingenious craftsmanship. Usually, the face and hands of a silk figurine are made of natural silk, while the other parts are made from fine silk cloth.

From head to toe, inside and out, only top quality Chinese silk and spun gauzes are used to make these craftworks.

The graceful and colorful Beijing silk figurines are exquisitely made, each with a different expression, bright colors and an elegant style. They are not only a rare specimen for indoor ornamentation, but also a stereoscopic piece for understanding Chinese history, local conditions and Tailor-mades. For a long time, Beijing silk figurines have been greatly valued and highly appreciated as collector's items.

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Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

This is a handcrafted silk figurine of Hu San Niang from Beijing.

Hu San Niang is a character in the Beijing opera "Farewell My Concubine", and she represents a beautiful and strong female image.

The figurine is made of silk, with delicate colors and textures that give it an aura of elegance.

Hu San Niang's appearance is exquisite, with neatly arranged hair and gorgeous clothing.

The design of the entire figurine is meticulous, with every detail carefully crafted.

This figurine is not only a work of art but also embodies the spiritual essence of traditional Chinese culture.

By appreciating and studying this figurine, we can better understand the essence and historical background of traditional Chinese culture.