Zhuang hydrangea is one of China's hydrangea culture, Guangxi Zhuang folk customs, is the love object and mascot of Guangxi Zhuang family, is one of Guangxi's very distinctive tourism handicrafts, was originally a love token between young men and women of Zhuang nationality. Guangxi hydrangea, also known as "pile embroidery hydrangea", is made by old artists using the ancient and complex embroidery process of "pile embroidery". Guangxi hydrangea is mostly made of red, yellow and green as the base and fabric. Most of the hydrangeas are 12 petals, and each petal is embroidered with various mascots, such as plum, orchid, chrysanthemum, bamboo and other floral patterns or spring swallows, dragons, phoenixes, etc.
Zhuang hydrangea, a handicraft with strong national characteristics, is an important part of Zhuang culture. In the Zhuang area, hydrangea is not only an ornament, but also carries a wealth of allegory and symbolism. This article will introduce the meaning and symbolism of the Zhuang hydrangea in detail, helping us better understand the cultural connotations of this unique handicraft.
1. The meaning of Zhuang hydrangea
Love and marriage: In Zhuang culture, hydrangea is seen as a symbol of love. Young men and women express their love by throwing hydrangeas, and if the other person catches the hydrangea, it means that they have accepted each other's love. Therefore, hydrangea symbolizes the union of love and marriage.
Auspiciousness and happiness: The process of making hydrangeas is full of blessings and auspicious meanings. In the Zhuang region, it is believed that hydrangea can bring good luck and happiness. Therefore, hydrangea also symbolizes auspiciousness and happiness.
Unity and friendship: In Zhuang culture, hydrangea also symbolizes unity and friendship. The production of hydrangeas requires the collaboration of multiple people, which reflects the power of unity. At the same time, hydrangea is also a social gift, and people show friendship and respect by giving it.
2. The symbolic meaning of the Zhuang hydrangea
Inheritance of national culture: Zhuang hydrangea is an important carrier of Zhuang culture, through the production and transmission of hydrangea, people inherit the culture and traditions of their own nation. The craftsmanship and meaning of hydrangea reflect the wisdom and creativity of the Zhuang people.
The yearning for a better life: The moral and symbolic meaning carried by the hydrangea reflects people's yearning for a better life. Whether it is love, marriage, auspiciousness and happiness, it is people's good wishes and pursuit of life.
3. Summary
Through the allegorical and symbolic meaning of the Zhuang hydrangea, we can better understand the cultural connotation of this unique handicraft. With its rich meaning and symbolic meaning, the Zhuang hydrangea has become an important part of the Zhuang culture, conveying people's yearning and pursuit of a better life. Let us cherish the beauty and meaning of the Zhuang hydrangea, inherit and carry forward the cultural traditions of our nation, and make love and life as colorful as hydrangea.