Chinese Knotting (Echo craft books) - Hardcover

Chen, Lydia; Wu, Linda (editor); Yao Meng-chia (editor)

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0804813892 ISBN 13: 9780804813891

Publisher: Echo Publishing, 1982

Synopsis

Knotting, "the joining of two cords," is an old and revered art form in China and an integral part of Chinese life. Since ancient times, Chinese knots have been used for a variety of practical and decorative purposes: to record events, aid in fishing and hunting, wrap and tie items, embellish personal attire, ornament other works of art, and communicate. The intricate knot work and magnificent color combinations not only lent elegance to everyday objects, or a touch of gaiety and enchantment, but were an aesthetic expression of Chinese folk symbolism, expressing wishes for good fortune and wealth or the joys of love and marriage.

In Chinese Knotting, author Lydia Chen first traces the origins, history, and symbolism of this fascinating craft, before taking the reader through the fundamental elements necessary for tying Chinese decorative knots-the materials, implements, and main processes. Step-by-step instructions are then given for the 11 basic knots, which provide the building blocks for the 14 compound knots-combinations and variations of the simple knots-that follow in the next section. The final section presents 41 knotting projects of varying difficulty. Detailed instructions, clear diagrams, and color photographs, combined with an exciting assortment of creative applications will help readers discover the relaxation, artistic satisfaction, and beautifully personalized ornamentation that Chinese knotting can offer.

About this edition

• Publisher: Echo Publishing
• Publication date: 1982
• ISBN 10: 0804813892
• ISBN 13: 9780804813891
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 116