Chinese Knot also call Chinese traditional decorating Knot (see the picture below) is a kind of characteristic folk decorations of handicraft art. It is a pretty symbol of China known by the world. It is also a very old and traditional knot-work.Appeared in ancient time, developed in Tang and Song Dynasty (960-1229A.D.)and popularized in Ming and Qing Dynasty (1368-1911A.D.).Is very popular gift as like Terracotta Warriors.
Chinese Knot
Chinese Knot has now become a kind of elegant and colorful arts and crafts from its original practical use.The characteristic of Chinese Knot is that every knot is made of a single rope and named by its specific form and meaning. By combining different knots or other auspicious adornments skillfully, an unique auspicious ornament which represents beauty, idea and wishes is formed. For example, “Full of joy”. “Happiness & Longevity”, “Double Happiness”. “Luck and Auspiciousness as one wishes” and “Wish you a fair wind” are Chinese traditional pleasant phrases expressing warmest regards, best wishes and finest ideal.
People named the knots and attached different meanings to them. For example, Ruyi (如意) Knot stands for good luck, and Double-fish Knot stands for prosperity, and True-lover Knot symbolizes true love. Chinese Knot is special and unique because each Chinese knot is made of a single unbroken string. Chinese Knot varies in color, style, and meaning. Red knots are the commonest while auspiciousness is the essential theme. Nowadays, Chinese Knot has become an important element of modern fashion. Today it has developed its own industry, which includes two major series: hanging decorations and dress decorations.Except for the Two-Coins Knot, the Chinese knot is three dimensional in structure. It comprises two planes tied together leaving a hollow center. Such a structure lends rigidity to the work as a whole and keeps its shape when hung on the wall. The hollow center also allows for the addition of precious stones.
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