The intricate embroidery and dazzling silver ornaments in this display are as complex and fascinating as the peoples who created them. The Han majority makes up 92% of China?s population, but 55 officially recognized minority ethnicities lend diversity to a nation that many think of as homogenous. The Miao 苗 people of southwest China, who are closely related to the Hmong of Southeast Asia, craft fantastic garments and elaborate jewelry that have been internationally acclaimed, and are best represented in this collection donated by Dr. James Kemp. The Miao and many other Chinese minorities historically lacked a written language, so their myths, histories and cultures often would be woven into their traditional costumes. This exhibition includes fine embroidery from the Dong 侗, Shui 水, Yi 彝, Li 黎, Gejia/Hakka 客家, and Thai/Dai 傣 minorities, as well as the Han majority to form an exciting panoply of extravagant adornment from the diverse peoples who have been woven together over thousands of years to form the multicultural China of today. The opening reception will feature an introductory lecture by renowned art historian, explorer, collector, photographer, and author Phila McDaniel, MFA.
Admission: Free - $2 (Please RSVP for reception)
Location:
Chinese Historical Museum
328 J Street
San Diego, CA 92101-6927
Saturday, September 3 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
For more information and to RSVP, please call: (619) 338-9888 or visit: www.sdchm.org
Admission: Free - $2 (Please RSVP for reception)
Location:
Chinese Historical Museum
328 J Street
San Diego, CA 92101-6927
Saturday, September 3 - 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
For more information and to RSVP, please call: (619) 338-9888 or visit: www.sdchm.org
