| This is a classic design from the Kangxi period, delicate and
dynamic. Unlike other carpet-weaving traditions around the
world, many classical Chinese designs were created by court
painters. These designs harmonize with the simplicity of the
Ming home, while also blending with the ornate and delicate
Western home furnishings.
Rococo style, prevalent in 18th century Europe, is delicate and gorgeous, mainly from the influence of Chinese culture. In the era of the Kangxi and Qianlong reigns of the Qing Dynasty,
France set off the "China Fever", and the Rococo style was
also known as the "Chinese Decoration" style.
Left: "Beauty becomes in a Long time - Jinshinan Art Exhibition" at the National Museum of China, Beijing, 2013. |
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The picture on the left shows the carpet during the weaving
process. The hand-drawn paper behind is visible through
the warp threads.
The pattern is drawn by the draughtsman on a fine grid of
paper, 8,100 squares per square foot, based on a 90-line
carpet; the squares are marked with colors and the
weaver knots the yarns according to the colors in the design.
There are many "soft" weaves in this rug. The squares in the
curved areas of the design need to be double-knotted to
express the roundness and softness of the pattern. |
