Miao Brocade Weaving Skills Inherited in Jishou

Miao brocade "Ba Pai" in the Miao language means patterned quilt cover, which is often called "ox-belly quilt cover". It is a traditional brocade of Miao ethnic minority. In recent years, Jishou City has made vigorous efforts to protect and inherit the intangible cultural heritages, tapping into their multiple values and revitalizing the traditional folk culture with their unique charm. The photo shows two inheritors of Xiangxi Miao brocade "Ba Pai" weaving skills discussing the brocade patterns at Yanzhu Village, Danqing Town, Jishou City. (Photo/Peng Jing)

Miao brocade "Ba Pai" in the Miao language means patterned quilt cover, which is often called "ox-belly quilt cover". It is a traditional brocade of Miao ethnic minority. In recent years, Jishou City has made vigorous efforts to protect and inherit the intangible cultural heritages, tapping into their multiple values and revitalizing the traditional folk culture with their unique charm. The photo shows two inheritors of Xiangxi Miao brocade "Ba Pai" weaving skills weaving brocade at Yanzhu Village, Danqing Town, Jishou City. (Photo/Peng Jing)

This article is from Hunan Provincial Government. www.enghunan.gov.cn.

Translator: Pang Yuehui

Chinese source: hunantoday