Chinese paper-cutting is a traditional folk art that is popular throughout China. In 2009, it was listed as a representative work of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO. Among them, the paper-cutting art of Shaanxi Province is particularly representative.
For thousands of years, paper-cutting has been an important art form for folk entertainment and customs in Shaanxi, passed down from generation to generation. During festive occasions, every household uses paper-cutting to beautify their homes, courtyards, windows, chests, cabinets, and shrines…
Paper cutting is also widely used as a pattern template for embroidery and shadow puppetry. Whether it is used to decorate daily life or for folk activities, these are just the practical applications of paper cutting art in life. Its cultural roots lie in the value of women in agrarian culture over thousands of years.
