The Miao people embroider their beliefs onto their clothing, weaving their cultural identity into every stitch. One particularly significant symbol is the "Ancestral House", which represents protection and blessings for their community. This is one of their most important cultural motifs. However, in the embroidery process, the representation is never realistic—both the Ancestral House and human figures are abstract and symbolic. This abstraction aligns closely with the characteristics of contemporary art, making Miao embroidery not only a heritage craft but also an artistic expression with deep modern relevance.
The Ancestral Temple in the Heart
$9,900.00Price
- Size: 40cm x 25cm
- 100% Handmade
- Functional Part: Sleeve
- Name: Traditional Embroidery Piece
- Place of origin: Taijiang, Qiandongnan, Guizhou
- Production Date: 1950s
- Period: 4-6 months
- Stitch: Split-thread stitch, overlock stitch
- Main Pattern: Ancestral House, Human
- Material: Cotton, Silk thread

