Intangible Cultural Heritage: Shuanglin Damask Today

2024-07-18

Shuanglin of the Nanxun District in Huzhou City is located at the intersection of Taihu Culture, Ancient Canal Culture, and Wuyue Culture. It has a long history and profound cultural heritage; Shuanglin is renowned for its high-quality silk and is known as the "Hometown of Silk and Fiber." Damask is made of pure mulberry silk and is the collective name of Aya (Ling) and Raw Silk (Juan). “The one with a floral pattern is Aya, and the plain one is Raw Silk.” Shuanglin damask is as light as morning mist, as thin as cicada wings, soft in texture, and bright in color. It was named the "Flower of the Silk Weaving Craftsmanship" and was listed in the national intangible cultural heritage in 2008.

Shuanglin damask has exquisite handicrafts with strict production processes and large varieties. While preserving tradition, Shuanglin has actively promoted the production of silk kites and launched different cultural and creative products in recent years, giving this traditional craft new vitality and charm.

Date:

2024-10-10 - 2024-10-20

Venue:

Blue Zone, 4/F, Yeung Kin Man Academic Building, City University of Hong Kong

Time:

10:00 - 17:00

Co-organisers:

Xinwo E-Commerce Pioneer Park
Huzhou Mushi Culture Media Co., Ltd.
Supported by Tin Ka Ping Foundation

Participants:

All are welcome

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Online registration is required for non-CityU members

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