Mulberry Silk Red Flower Brooch showcases the traditional Yangzhou velvet flower craftsmanship, using mulberry silk and copper wire. The rich red flower symbolizes vitality, passion, and prosperity, reflecting the cultural significance of happiness and auspiciousness. This delicate brooch is a perfect blend of timeless artistry and meaningful symbolism, ideal for those who appreciate the beauty of handmade craftsmanship and the significance of vibrant, positive energy.💕

Product Description

Yangzhou Velvet Flower Intangible Cultural Heritage
Yangzhou velvet flowers are made of silk and copper wire. They are also called official flowers and happy flowers. They are a traditional art that is appreciated by both the elite and the masses. They entered the palace as early as the Tang Dynasty. Yangzhou velvet flowers are gorgeous and colorful, but not vulgar, and are known as the “little jade” among handicrafts. 
Velvet flowers are homophonic to “ronghua”, which means auspicious blessings. Therefore, every “one event and three festivals” (i.e. weddings, Spring Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival), there is a common custom of using velvet flowers as decorations.
The popularity of Yangzhou velvet flowers can be traced back to 1,300 years ago. In spring, Li Xian, one of the Emperors of the Tang Dynasty, designated Yangzhou velvet flowers as imperial palace flowers to reward his beloved concubines. In ancient Yangzhou, the flower-making industry was very developed and it was a famous production area of ​​craft flowers in China. Among the flower-making in Yangzhou, velvet flowers have the earliest history, the most varieties, and the greatest influence.
Wang Guan of the Song Dynasty wrote in Peony Spectrum: “No matter how high or low the people in Yangzhou are, they all wear flowers. Yangzhou velvet flowers are mostly made of high-quality silk. Through dyeing and processing, simple tools are used, and the techniques of generalization and exaggeration are used to concentrate and concisely depict the characteristics of various flower shapes and birds, giving them shape and spirit, making the small and exquisite velvet flowers and birds lively and lovely.

• Cultural Symbolism: The red flower in the brooch represents good fortune and happiness, often associated with celebrations and auspicious occasions in Chinese culture. It embodies the wishes for prosperity and joy in life.
• Artisanal Craftsmanship: Made using traditional velvet flower techniques, this brooch showcases intricate craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations. The use of silk as a primary material highlights the delicate and luxurious nature of the art form.
• Versatile Elegance: This brooch is versatile and can enhance various outfits and accessories, from casual cardigans to formal suits, adding a unique cultural and elegant touch.

Specifications:

• Item Type: Brooch
• Brooch Length: About 12cm
• Material: Mulberry Silk, Metal
• Note: Handmade products require 7 business days.
  
• Note:
  1. Products are made of natural materials, please take off the product when you are ready to sleep or wash.
  2. The above data is manual measurement, there is a slight deviation, please understand!
  3. The materials used in all our products are naturally environmentally friendly.
  4. These products are HANDMADE and NATURAL, therefore they may present some irregularities and due to lighting effects, the color may slightly vary from the one shown in the picture.