Material:silk and gauze

Origin:Beijing

Craft: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:

The artwork is a handmade Beijing silk doll named "Drunken Yang Guifei".

It showcases an artistic form in traditional Chinese culture, with rich historical significance and cultural connotations.

The doll is made of high-quality Beijing silk, which is one of the traditional high-end textiles in China, known for its softness, smoothness, and luster.

The making process requires delicate craftsmanship and patience, so each piece is unique.

The image of the doll is Yang Guifei, a famous woman in the Tang Dynasty known for her beauty and talent.

She is depicted as a drunken figure, reflecting a characteristic image of her in history.

This image may imply her indulgent and unconventional personality or symbolize people's admiration and respect for her.

In addition to the doll itself, there are some accessories that match it, such as golden hair accessories, red skirts, and blue headscarves.

These accessories further enhance the artistic value and ornamental value of the doll.

They not only provide visual appeal but also convey respect and inheritance for historical culture.

Overall, the handmade Beijing silk doll "Drunken Yang Guifei" represents an artistic form and historical significance in traditional Chinese culture.

It demonstrates the superb skills of traditional Chinese handicraft through exquisite details and unique design, while conveying people's admiration for historical figures and cherishing historical culture.