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Grain Buds(Xiaoman小满): The Art of Small Fullness in Nature’s Cycle
In the rhythm of nature, Xiaoman whispers the beauty of ‘almost there’ – a moment when grains bud but hesitate to ripen, teaching us to cherish imperfection.
Xiaoman as the 8th solar term (May 20–2...
History of Chinese Brocade(Zhijin): The Pinnacle of Silk Culture
Brocade, or zhijin, refers to a type of fabric woven with dyed colored warp and weft threads to create patterns using jacquard weaving techniques. Brocade is usually made on a draw loom and is know...
Beijing Juanren(绢人): China’s Millennia-Old Handicraft “Barbie Dolls” Amaze the World
Beijing Juanren(绢人) is a unique traditional folk art from Beijing, crafted mainly from silk to create lifelike human figures. With a history spanning over a thousand years, these silk dolls are oft...
Lixia(立夏): Embracing the Radiance of Summer’s Dawn
As the last whispers of spring fade, Lixia (立夏), the 7th solar term in the Chinese lunar calendar, arrives around May 5th–6th to herald the beginning of summer. Rooted in agrarian traditions, Lixia...
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