Origin:Kunming of Yunnan

Fabric:cotton

Wax printing is an ancient handicraft in China, which dated back to Qin and Han Dynasties (221 BC¨C 220 AD). The hand-made wax printing technique had been lost through civilization except those preserved by the Miao ethnic group located in the remote mountainous area of Southwest China (primaryly Guizhou, Sichuan, and Yunan).
To produce this beautiful artwork, artist needs to place the wax on a piece of cotton cloth by using a specifically made wax knife for the desired pattern, and then to dye the cloth for the colour, followed by melting the wax.
Wax printing has been recognized as the foundation of ancient Chinese civilization in dyeing and weaving technology. United Nation Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has recently reported to the United Nation (UN) the Miao costume decorations as one of the world cultural relics, including the traditional Miao wax printing.
The Miao batik designs are plain, naive, rough and powerful. Its shapes, not confining itself to exact details of natural images, are boldly diversified and exaggeratedly drawn. The diversity and exaggeration is out of pure imagination, and infinitely breathtakingly charming. The diversified designs are in geometric shape and that of natural images, which generally stem from human life or elegant legends and characterized with rich folk color. Batik is both a kind of ancient art and young and modern art. Its summarized succinct modeling, the pure bright color and the exaggeratedly-distorted decorative design meet the need of modern life, therefore, suit the modern aesthetic requirements.

Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background: This artwork is a large-scale, hand-painted tablecloth from ancient China.

It is renowned for its intricate patterns and rich cultural significance.

The piece employs traditional Chinese painting techniques, featuring delicate lines and colors that create a unique artistic style.

Its design draws inspiration from the court culture of ancient China, depicting scenes of royal life and ceremonial rituals.

The tablecloth is exceptionally large, capable of covering an entire table, adding a sense of grandeur and elegance to any dining setting.

Made from high-quality cotton fabric, it feels soft and comfortable to the touch, making it suitable for various occasions such as family gatherings, business meetings, or formal dinners.

Aside from its practicality, this tablecloth also holds significant value as a collectible item.

It represents a part of Chinese traditional culture and showcases the distinctive charm of ancient Chinese art.

For those who appreciate art collecting, this piece is a valuable addition to their collection.