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Paper Cutting. ESL 156 Comparative Culture Studies Presenter: Jing Wang (Jing) Instructor: Lyra Riabov. Introduction.
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Paper Cutting ESL 156 Comparative Culture Studies Presenter: Jing Wang (Jing) Instructor: Lyra Riabov
Introduction • Delicate Chinese Paper Cutting is an art form which is created by hand cutting with a pair of scissors to achieve sophisticated pictures and design with greater intricacy than machines can produce. • It is on the list of the world’s Intangible Heritage.
Application For embroidery design, window decoration or as framed picture. Tools paper scissors or an engraving knife.
Examples Shou ( birthday ) Xi ( happiness) Fuwa
Chinese lantern Fish National emblem
Tiger Mouse
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