Goldwork Embroidery Chinese Style: An Illustrated Stitch Guide (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781938368653)

Goldwork embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery technique that was originally used in the court or palaces and was exclusive to nobility in ancient times. Similar embroidery techniques were used in Central Asia and Europe in ancient times as well. Today, this sort of technique, characterized by its diversity of thread textures, variety of techniques, unique three-dimensional shape, and ability to blend other embroidery styles, is familiar to and admired by embroidery enthusiasts all over the world. Through her practice in embroidery over the past two decades, Chen Daiyu has simultaneously studied both Chinese and European embroidery. Her work is unique in that it combines the beauty of both forms, making it uniquely original. In this book, she draws inspiration from elements of traditional Chinese painting, combining traditional Chinese silk embroidery with European goldwork embroidery to create stunning, elegant works with a unique Chinese aesthetic appeal. This volume combines images and text, taking the reader systematically through the world of goldwork embroidery with a step-by-step guide.

Author: Daiyu Chen
ISBN-10: 1938368657
ISBN-13: 9781938368653
Publisher: Scpg
Language: English
Published: 02/14/2022
Pages: 128
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.20w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
Foreword 12/27/2021