The Shu embroidery is one of the four famous traditional Chinese embroideries, which already has 3, 000-year history in china. As an art form it features exquisite craftsmanship, immaculate execution and strong aesthetic appeal. Its peak season was during the Song Dynasty (960-1279) for the royalty use. Its features are said as �uperb workmanship, smooth and bright in needlework.� The simple and elegant colors, graceful and easy lines are imbued with the traditional Chinese painting style. It is just with their needles, threads, silk and satins that the craftsman has created those vivid plants and animals. The most typical representative animals of this art are pander and fish. It mainly employs the themes of auspicious happiness.Sichuan embroidery articles are mainly divided into two types: interior decoration or collection such as hanging screen or desk screen, etc. And articles for use including quilt cover, pillowcase, slipcover for chair, embroidered shoes and clothes as well as stage costumes.
