An Ethnic Appeal Weaved by Skillful Hands

Embroidery, with an exclusive eastern flavor, showcases the gentle heart of oriental women and their pursuit of beauty. In 2008, Manchu embroidery was listed as a national intangible cultural heritage.

Manchu embroidery is characterized by its elegance, neatness, beautiful patterns, flexible stitching, exquisite looks and realistic images. It also reflects the Manchuria folk culture of clothing, housing, marriage, literature and spiritual beliefs. The Manchu embroidery covers a wide range of subjects with diverse styles and interesting and profound meanings, embodying the rich culture and expressing the Manchu people’s vision of a better life.

Producer: Yang Gu

Chief Supervisor: Chen Jiandong, Song Leyong

Chief Planner: Che Jingwen, Jin Linghan

Script Writer: Yue Pei

Coordinator: Zhou Shuodi, Tao Yanyan, Yang Jingyi

Co-produced by: China Internet Development Foundation and GMW.cn