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Origin:Shanxi of China

Handmade by the Chinese traditional craftsmen who have been making shadowplay for over 40 years


Chinese Shadow,which can also be called "Chinese Shadow Play or Chinese Shadow Puppet play", is one of the most ancient genre of drama in China. It came into being in the Han Dynasty (206 B.C.-A.D.220) and has more than two thousand years'history.

Chinese shadow artists first carve out the lines of the design and then dye them in bright colors. These transparent leather puppets become very lively and beautiful under the lantern light. With strong local characteristics, the shadow puppets are folk handiworks and a wisdom crystallization of Chinese shadow play artists through the ages. The artistic effect of the play is produced through light, screen, music, singing, and puppet operation. The shadow play is widely stated " a magic, lightning-like art" and win people's high praise in many countrys'visit.

The puppets,known as Piying or "skin silhouettes" are made of animal skins.The shadow puppets of Shaanxi Province are elegant,simple,and classically beautirul,perhaps because the province was the capital of Qin,Han,Sui,and Tang dynasties.And puppet makers in Shanxi paid special attention to the eyes because they are the most telling revealers of character.

Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

The artwork is a set of traditional Chinese hand-painted shadow plays, named "White King Farewells Jade_2 Sets".

Shadow play is an ancient art form that creates vivid visual effects by projecting figures painted on white cloth onto the ground with lights.

This art form has a long history and rich cultural connotations in China.

"White King Farewells Jade" in this set of shadow plays is a famous ancient opera that tells the love story between two princes.

The work is renowned for its beautiful music, exquisite dance, and profound emotional expression.

By watching this set of shadow plays, people can feel the charm and wisdom of ancient Chinese culture.

In addition, this set of shadow plays also demonstrates the exquisite skills of traditional Chinese craftsmanship.

Hand-painted shadow play requires artists to use delicate brushstrokes and precise proportions to depict figures, which are then projected onto cloth using special techniques.

This craft not only requires artists' creativity and technical skills but also their understanding and love for traditional culture.

In summary, this set of traditional Chinese hand-painted shadow plays is a work of art with rich spiritual and cultural connotations and historical significance.

It not only showcases the treasures of ancient Chinese culture but also demonstrates the unique charm of traditional Chinese craftsmanship to the world.

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