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26 April 2026

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  • curprev 20:4120:41, 26 April 2026 ChineseAdmin talk contribs 5,003 bytes +5,003 Created page with "== Historical Background == '''Xiang embroidery''' (湘绣, ''Xiāng xiù'') is a major tradition of Chinese silk embroidery originating in Hunan Province, with its historical center in the city of Changsha. It is recognized as one of the "Four Great Embroideries of China," alongside Su, Yue, and Shu embroidery.<ref>Gill, R. (1996). ''Chinese Embroidery''. British Museum Press.</ref> The development of Xiang embroidery can be traced back to early imperial periods, but..."