Small Jing Embroidery Articles-Capital Museum

Qing Dynasty  (1636-1911)

The articles include swatters, fan covers, thumb ring covers, money bags, pouches, key bags, and mirror covers. Most of them are decorated with auspicious patterns—peonies and butterflies meaning wealth; "longevity peaches", "longevity stones" and longevity characters meaning longevity; and bats, roosters and "auspicious clouds" meaning good luck. Small Jing embroidery articles are characterized by fine craftsmanship and a rich variety of techniques.