About Chinese Brocade (Yunjin)
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Chinese brocade is also known as Yunjin. The history of Yunjin can be traced back to the Southern Dynasties, and it has experienced the baptism and precipitation of a long period of time. It is named because it is as beautiful as the clouds in the sky. From the ancient palace to the folk, its legends are circulated.
The production process of Chinese Yunjin can be called a masterpiece. The complexity of its process and the exquisiteness of its craftsmanship are breathtaking. Starting from the design of the pattern, the designers rely on their rich imagination and profound artistic attainments to outline a series of solemn, smart, or luxurious patterns. These patterns often contain rich cultural implications, or a symbol of auspiciousness, or the presentation of historical stories.
In terms of material selection, Yunjin has extremely high requirements for raw materials. Only the best quality silk can show its unique texture. A series of processes such as reeling, doubling, and twisting silk process the silk just right, laying a solid foundation for subsequent weaving.
In the weaving process, the ancient loom seems to be the messenger of time. The Yunjin loom is more than 4 meters high and consists of 1,924 parts. The flower puller and the weaver can only weave a few centimeters a day. Through complex operations, they let the warp and weft threads weave into dreamy patterns in their hands. Whether it is the majestic golden dragon on the dragon robe or the exquisite flowers on the clothes, every detail reflects the ultimate craftsmanship.
The color of Yunjin is even more unique. It uses a lot of real gold, real silver and various bright silk threads. Red like fire, blue like gems, and yellow like the sun. These colors reflect each other on the fabric, creating a magnificent and colorful visual effect. Under the light, Yunjin shines, as if gathering the essence of heaven and earth.
The artistic value of Yunjin is immeasurable. It is not only a fine fabric, but also a carrier of Chinese traditional culture. Those exquisite patterns, unique craftsmanship, and gorgeous colors all carry the wisdom, aesthetics and history of the Chinese nation. In ancient times, Yunjin was used by the royal family, symbolizing the supreme imperial power; in modern times, it is a treasure of the Chinese nation, showing the breadth and depth of Chinese culture.
Entering the world of Yunjin is like entering a palace of art. The exquisite Yunjin works seem to be telling ancient stories, allowing us to appreciate the long-standing and never-fading cultural charm of the Chinese nation in the long river of time. It is a precious treasure left to us by our ancestors, inspiring us to pass on this beauty and wisdom.