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Chinese woman reeling silk thread from wild
Chinese woman reeling silk thread from wild silkworms, Bombyx mori, Qing Dynasty. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon from Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Bretons China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc. Howlett and Brimmer, London, 1824
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This hand-colored copperplate engraving depicts a Chinese woman skillfully reeling silk thread from wild silkworm cocoons during the Qing Dynasty. The serene expression on her face reflects the deep connection between the Chinese people and their ancient silk-making tradition. Silkworms, specifically the Bombyx mori species, are raised in controlled environments for commercial silk production. However, this image showcases the more traditional and labor-intensive process of harvesting wild silk threads directly from the cocoons. The woman sits on a mat, her legs crossed in a comfortable position, as she carefully extracts the long, delicate threads from the cocoon using a thin hook. The cocoons are arranged in a basket nearby, waiting to be processed. The intricate patterns on the woman's clothing and the ornate decorations on her reel and basket reflect the rich cultural heritage of China. Andrea Freschi, an Italian artist, created this engraving based on an original work by Antoine Cardon. The engraving is part of the comprehensive publication "China, Its Costumes, Arts, Manufactures, etc." by Henri-Leonard-Jean-Baptiste Bertin and Jean Baptiste Joseph Breton, published in London in 1824. This beautiful and intricate image offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the traditional silk-making process and the deep connection between the Chinese people and their cultural heritage.
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