the Classic of Mountains and Rivers《山海经》

We present to you a stunning open-front jacket featuring mythical beings from the "Shan Hai Jing," intricately embroidered using Jin embroidery techniques on luxurious silk flower fabric. Each piece is imbued with beautiful meanings, such as the qilin spitting fire, symbolizing auspiciousness and peace, creating a delightful scene filled with good fortune.

Cultural Significance

The jacket also incorporates auspicious creatures from the "Shan Hai Jing," such as the chenghuang, baize, and vermilion bird, all coming together to bring endless blessings and good luck. These mythical beasts not only represent fortune but also embody people's aspirations for a beautiful life.

Design Elements

In addition to the auspicious beasts, the jacket features elegant motifs such as the crane orchid, dragonflies playing among bamboo, and persimmons symbolizing harmony. The crane orchid pattern showcases purity and elegance, while the dragonflies convey the beauty of nature's harmony, and the persimmons express smooth sailing in all endeavors.

These designs, presented in the form of peony flowers, create poetic scenes that bring abundant blessings to the wearer. Notably, the embroidered animals exhibit a gentle demeanor, reflecting local beliefs in Shanxi that fierce animal imagery can bring negative energy, potentially affecting a family's fortune. Through the artistry of Jin embroidery, ferocity is transformed into kindness, maintaining the vividness of the animals while bestowing a harmonious and auspicious atmosphere to the garment.

Aesthetic Inspiration

The color palette is inspired by the Yin City of the Little Western Heaven, featuring low-saturation colors that evoke the gentle charm of the Jiangnan water towns, reminiscent of an ink wash landscape painting with profound artistic resonance.

Product Specifications

- Fabric: 100% Silk Flower Material
- Chest: 118 cm
- Length: 66 cm

Wearing this open-front jacket feels like stepping into the enchanting world of the "Shan Hai Jing," allowing you to experience the mysterious charm of ancient mythology.