Chinese Silk Embroidery: Threads of Tradition (8/20)

Chinese silk embroidery has been a highly esteemed art form for thousands of years, with its origins dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618–907 AD). The craft involves stitching intricate designs into silk fabric, using fine thread to create patterns of nature, animals, and scenes from Chinese folklore. Each stitch is a delicate expression of both artistic and cultural significance, with embroidered items often gifted as symbols of good fortune, prosperity, and happiness.