The Traditional Jewelry of Chinese

Da Zhi High School

Yuan Chi Lin, Shin Shan, Zi Lan Yu,Pin Ya Chen Wen Ting Lin

Hairpin

Introduction
Purposeto

fix or decorate the hairstyle

Shape

: look likes a fork

They

are made of metal, bones, jade, bamboo, wood and always decorated with jewelry.

 Nowadays,

hairpins are always made of

plastic. They are fundamental ornaments for the ancient Chinese women to decorate their hair .

 The

ancient Chinese government officials usually used them to fix their hats . Thus, the hairpins symbolized rich and fame.

Jade

Introduction
Jade

is a rare stone . It has a few elements which are pretty good for our bodies. It is said that our skin will absorb the good elements from the jade, which can improve our immune systems.

 Women

always wear jade bracelets on left hands which is good for their hearts. It said that lying on a jade pillow can become more intelligent , and living much longer than others.

The meanings of jade articles

The

jade is a symbol of the ancient Chinese gentleman. So, they wont take the jade away except some certain reasons. To the gentlemen, wearing the jade articles is a warning. In fact, the jade remind people to live in a moral lives.

Fard

Introduction

Alias: blush Form: liquid, cream, and powder It is a cosmetics that can rub on your cheeks, make them ruddy. Also let you look more healthier and energetic .

 It

makes from the pigment which is refined of chrysanthemum.

You

can rub it on your face directly, or mix it into powder or grease.

Cloisonn (Blue Jingtai)

A Brief Introduction
Cloisonn

is a kind of art and crafts which inlays colorful glassy enamels on some metal objects, usually for decorating. Its often of several colors like red, blue, and green, but generally speaking, it is navy blue.

A Brief Introduction
Cloisonn

was first developed in the ancient Near East, and was acculturated in Yuan dynasty. As to its place of production, it is mainly from Taiwan and Mainland China.

Purpose
The

technique was in ancient times mostly used for jewelry and small fittings for clothes, weapons or similar small objects decorated with geometric designs.

Chinese Knot

Chinese Knot When did it originate in?

Chinese Knot What is Chinese knot? An accessory which is tied in a sophisticated way is aimed at making wishes and symbolize special meanings in Chinese culture.

Chinese Knot

When did it originate in?

Chinese Knot
When did it originate in? The Old Stone Age: Sewing and tying The Han Dynasty: Rite and record The Ching Dynasty: Becoming a form of art spread to folk

Chinese Knot
Whats the meaning behind it?

= Good Fortune =Blessing

Chinese Knot
Whats the meaning behind it? Its complex and wisdom are a reflection of the ancient Chinese culture.

Chinese Knot
Whats the meaning behind it? In the past, it was often used as interior decoration, a present to friends, or even an accessory of ones own.

Chinese Knot
Whats the meaning behind it? It features symmetry and delicacy, which represent the long-age Chinese tradition and aesthetic standards.

Chinese Knot
Lets make a Chinese knot of our own!