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Chinese paper cutting art

October 27, 2009 by Yein Jee

Chinese paper cutting is a folk art with close to 2000 years of history. Below are some amazing samples of great craftsmanship; most of the graphics are symbols of luck and prosperity, animals & pets, as well as reflections of daily folk lives…

Chinese paper cutting folk art

The oldest surviving paper cut was originated from the 6th century, but it’s believed that paper cutting started as a hobby among nobles in Han Dynasty when paper was first invented in 105 AD.

The art evolved into a folk culture over the centuries as paper became more accessible; with works often used to decorate homes and for ritual purposes.

The art remains popular, particularly in the rural areas. There’s a new found interest for paper cutting in the past two decades as the Chinese began to realise how precious this cultural heritage is, and the art is gradually becoming a popular culture in China these days.

Chinese paper cutting folk art
Chinese paper cutting folk art
Chinese paper cutting folk art

Chinese paper cutting folk art

Chinese paper cutting folk art

Chinese paper cutting folk art

Chinese paper cutting folk art

Pardon me for not listing any artists’ name; the Chinese source didn’t mention anyone to begin with.

[Image via Tuku][Cn][with references from Womenofchina]

Filed Under: Lifestyle Tagged With: Arts and Crafts, Asian Traditions, China blog, Chinese pop culture, Chinese Traditions, East Asia

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