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Ancient Art-form Unveiled at Paper-cutting Festival
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Aiming to present a myriad of different paper-cutting styles, the Third International Eisteddfod of Paper Cutting Arts has begun collecting works and essays from amateurs of the craft from around the world ahead of its opening in August in

Datong, Shanxi Province.?

 

Professor Chen Jing, the expo's executive director and chief of the Nanjing University Folk Art Department, said that the art of paper-cutting had emanated from China to gain footholds in other countries such as the US and Japan. Its international popularity has soared with over 500 foreign students now having come to study the art form under Prof. Chen.

 

To ensure its continuing status, the third expo will present works from around the world. Each artistic entry must be entirely original, while academic contributions must stand out by presenting a fresh opinion. The collecting will end on June 10, 2007, before which time submissions will be continuously accepted.?

 

The two previous editions of the Eisteddfod were held in Nanjing in 2004 and in Hohhot in 2006, with the third set to be sponsored by the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries.

 

As a very distinctive example of Chinese handicrafts, paper-cutting can trace its origins back to the 6th century. It was originally used by women who sought to paste golden and silver foil cuttings in their hair during temple proceedings, while men also used during sacred rituals. They then moved to become a popular decoration for gates and windows during festivals and they remain so today, particularly in rural settings.

 

Scissors and an engraving knife are traditionally used as cutting implements in the art. The skill and talent going into the craft are on full display when one witnesses the amazing detail and lifelike appearance of the natural plants and animals depicted.

 

(China.org.cn by Zhou Jing, May 9, 2007)

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