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Yajin
Yajin (), also known as shijian er (), is a type of Chinese accessory which is placed at the lapels of Chinese clothing (robes and jackets); they would typically hanged down on the right side (sometimes at the front depending on the clothing closure) of the chest area in order to press on the clothing. The yajin appeared as early as the Tang dynasty and became popular in the Ming and Qing dynasties. There are various styles of yajin, including a dangling pendant-style (which is similar to jinbu or tassels in style) and a bracelet-style, known as (). Yajin can also be used as accessories on the cheongsam, where it is tied on the pankou knots. Construction and design Pendant-style yajin The pendant-style yajin may consist of string of beads, metal chains, and pendants (including precious stones, yupei-like materials, or metal filigree) which comes in various shapes such as flowers, animals, and auspicious motifs/ themes/ Chinese characters. It may also include tassels. In th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chaozhu (Court Necklace)
Chaozhu (), also known as Court necklace and Mandarin necklaces in English, is a type of necklace worn as an essential element of the Qing dynasty Court clothing uniform (mostly worn in the formal and semi-formal court attire). Chaozhu were worn by the Qing dynasty Emperors and members of the Imperial family, by imperial civil officials from the 1st to the 5th rank and the military official above the 4th rank. They were worn by men and women; men wore one chaozhu and only women of high-ranking status were allowed to wear triple chaozhu (one at the neck and two diagonally over each shoulder and underarms). The ''chaozhu'' was used an indicator of social ranking and seasons; they were also practical as it could be used for mathematical calculations in the absence of an abacus. Chaozu originated from a Buddhist rosary sent in 1643 by the Dalai Lama to Emperor Shunzhi; it was then redesigned by the Manchu to include new elements. The chaozu is based on the 108-beaded Buddhist rosa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Yupei
Yupei () is a generic term for jade pendants. Yupei were popular even before Confucius was born. Jade culture is an important component of Chinese culture, reflecting both the material and spiritual culture. Jade is deeply ingrained in Chinese culture and played a role in every aspect of social life; it is also associated with positive qualities and aspects such as purity, excellence, and harmony.Jade is even more valued than gold in Chinese culture. The history of the art of jade carving in China to make ornaments, including dress ornaments, extends back to before 5000 BC. Ancient Chinese held even greater importance to ''yupei'' after it was regarded as a moral integrity by Confucius. Yupei could be used as belt or waist ornaments (such as ''jinbu'' 禁步) and as necklaces which appeared as early as the Liangzhu culture. Strings of jade pendant are also used to decorate headwear, such as the Benkan, mianguan. Terminology Yupei () is composed of the Chinese character ''yu'' () ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Qizhuang
(), also known as () and commonly referred as Manchu clothing in English, is the traditional clothing of the Manchu people. in the broad sense refers to the clothing system of the Manchu people, which includes their whole system of attire used for different occasions with varying degrees of formality. The term can also be used to refer to a type of informal dress worn by Manchu women known as , which is a one-piece long robe with no slits on either sides. In the Manchu tradition, the outerwear of both men and women includes a full-length robe with a jacket or a vest while short coats and trousers are worn as inner garments. The Manchu people have a history of about 400 years; however, their ancestors have a history of 4000 years. The development of , including the precursor of the cheongsam, is closely related to the development and the changes of the Manchu Nationality (and their ancestors) throughout centuries, potentially including the Yilou, Yilou people in the Warring St ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Norigae
() is a typical, traditional Korean accessory used in , which can be hung on (coat strings) of a woman's or on her . The functions as a decorative pendant and is both a good-luck charm hoped to bring something such as eternal youth, wealth or many sons (depending on its shape), as well as a fashion accessory. Usually, the ' from the parents' or in-laws' home was passed down to descendants. Terminology The word ' originally referred to "pretty and playful objects" or "favourite trinkets" signifying women's liking for the tassel charm regardless of social ranks. History Origins The exact origins of the is unknown, but the current knotting tassel known as ' can be traced back to the Joseon dynasty and was item worn exclusive to the Joseon. It is also difficult to pinpoint the exact time when the ' started to be widely used. Some sources state that the ' might have been a protective emblem called ' used in primitive shamanism and was worn initially by children''.'' Ho ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Giuseppe Castiglione (Jesuit Painter)
Giuseppe Castiglione, S.J. ( zh, s=郎世宁, t=郎世寧, p=Láng Shìníng; 19 July 1688 – 17 July 1766), was an Italian Jesuit brother and missionary in China, where he served as an artist at the imperial court of three Qing emperors – the Kangxi, Yongzheng and Qianlong emperors. He painted in a style that is a fusion of European and Chinese traditions. Early life Castiglione was born in Milan's San Marcellino district on 19 July 1688. He was educated at home with a private tutor, then a common practice among wealthy families. He also learned to paint under the guidance of a master. In 1707, he entered the Society of Jesus in Genoa aged 19. Although a Jesuit, he was never ordained as a priest, instead joining as a lay brother. Works Paintings In the late 17th century, a number of European Jesuit painters served in the Qing court of the Kangxi Emperor who was interested in employing European Jesuits trained in various fields, including painting. In the e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ruqun
(;) is a set of attire in which consists of a short jacket typically called () worn under a long Chinese skirt called (). However, when use as a general term, can broadly describe a set of attire which consists of a separated upper garment and a wrap-around lower skirt, or (), in which ' () means the "upper garment" and the ' () means the "lower garment". In a broad sense, can include the () and () in its definition. As a set of attire, the was worn by both men and women; it was however primarily worn by women. It is the traditional for the Han Chinese women. The and/or is the most basic set of clothing of Han Chinese women in China and has been an established tradition for thousands of years. Various forms and style of Chinese trousers, referred broadly under the generic term , can also be worn under the . Terminology The generic term () can be applied to any style of clothing consisted of a pair of upper and lower garments. The term is composed of the Chine ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Story Of Yanxi Palace
''Story of Yanxi Palace'' () is a 2018 Chinese television series recounting the struggles of a palace maid in the court of the Qianlong Emperor. It was created by Yu Zheng, with original screenplay written by Zhou Mo, and later developed into a novel by Xiao Lianmao. Starring Wu Jinyan, Charmaine Sheh, Qin Lan, Nie Yuan, Tan Zhuo and Xu Kai, the series premiered on iQIYI from July 19, 2018 to August 26, 2018. Distributed in more than 70 markets worldwide, ''Story of Yanxi Palace'' became a huge hit across Asia, catapulting Wu Jinyan and Xu Kai to stardom and revitalizing the careers of Qin Lan and Charmaine Sheh. It was the most googled TV show in the world in 2018, despite Google being blocked in Mainland China, and was streamed over 15 billion times on iQIYI that year. A spin-off/sequel titled ''Yanxi Palace: Princess Adventures'' was released on Netflix on December 31, 2019. Plot ''Embroidery Bureau (Episode 1–7)'' During the Qing dynasty, in 18th century Beiji ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ruyi's Royal Love In The Palace
''Ruyi's Royal Love in the Palace'' () is a 2018 Chinese television series based on the novel ''Inner Palace: The Legend of Ruyi'' by Liu Lianzi. Starring Zhou Xun and Wallace Huo, it chronicles the marital relationship between the Qianlong Emperor and Empress Nara. It is the sequel to the critically acclaimed drama '' Empresses in the Palace''. The series aired on Tencent Video from August 20 to October 15, 2018; during which it was streamed more than 18.9 billion times. It later went on national broadcast and aired simultaneously on Jiangsu Television and Dragon TV from December 25, 2018. While the plot and characters receiving mixed reviews from viewers, the series won acclaim for its exquisite props, lavish sets and stellar cast. It has a total score of 7.5 points on Douban. Synopsis The story follows Empress Nara and her life during the Qianlong Emperor's reign. Originally known as Ula-Nara Qingying, the niece of Empress Ula-Nara, she is childhood friends with Four ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nothing Gold Can Stay (TV Series)
''Nothing Gold Can Stay'' () is a 2017 Chinese television series directed by Ding Hei and starring Sun Li and Chen Xiao. The series aired on Dragon TV and Jiangsu TV from 30 August 2017 to 8 October 2017. No official credit is given, however, it's clear the series borrows the title from a Robert Frost poem of the same name. Background The series is an original script based on the real-life story of Widow An Wu (安吴寡妇), who was known as the god-daughter of Empress Dowager Cixi. Synopsis Zhou Ying is sold to the powerful Shen family by her foster father, yet successfully escapes her childish and bratty master Shen Xingyi by sneaking into merchant Wu Pin's palanquin. After a failed business collaboration that resulted in Shen Yuesheng's (Xingyi's older brother) death, the Shen family suspects that Wu Pin was the culprit behind Yuesheng's death. Xingyi then injures Wu Pin by using a club to hit his forehead multiple times, causing Wu Pin to fall into a coma. After the bride- ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chinese Television Drama
Chinese television dramas (), sometimes colloquially known as C-dramas, are Chinese-language television drama series originating from mainland China, sometimes including co-productions with the Greater China region. Popular drama series genres in mainland China include fantasy romance, period costume, contemporary urban and thriller dramas. These dramas are also subjected to stringent regulatory supervision from the Chinese government. China produces the most television drama episodes per year and has the largest number of domestic television viewers in the world. It is also the second largest video streaming market in the world by revenue. Chinese television dramas are regularly broadcast and streamed throughout Asia; particularly in Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Cambodia. History 1958–1980: Early years The first mainland China-produced television program, ''One Piece of Cake'' (), was aired in 1958, after the launch of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Katharine Carl
Katharine Augusta Carl (February 12, 1865 – December 7, 1938) (sometimes spelled ''Katherine Carl'') was an American portrait painter and author. She made paintings of notable and royal people in the United States, Europe and Asia. She spent nine months in China in 1903 painting a portrait of the Empress Dowager Cixi for the St. Louis Exposition. On her return to America, she published a book about her experience, titled ''With the Empress Dowager of China''. Early life Katharine Augusta Carl was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on February 12, 1865, the daughter of Francis Augustus Carl, Ph.D., LL.D. and Mary Breadon Carl.Who's who in New York City and State'. L.R. Hamersly Company; 1911. p. 146. She had a brother named Francis A. Carl. Education Carl graduated with a Master of Arts from the Tennessee State Female College in 1882. She studied art under Gustave-Claude-Etienne Courtois and William-Adolphe Bouguereau in Paris, and then exhibited her works in the Paris salons. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
