Analysis of the Aesthetic Characteristics of the Cloud Shoulder Pattern in the Qing Dynasty

Abstract

Yunjian is a patterned accessory in traditional Chinese clothing, used on the shoulders and collars. It originated in the Qin and Han dynasties and flourished in the Ming and Qing dynasties. In the Qing dynasty, it removed the mysterious cloak of royal power and nobility and spread to the people, becoming an accessory in ordinary folk clothing. Because it combines the expectations of the working people for a better life, the patterns on Yunjian have also gained richer cultural connotations, These cultural connotations carry a strong Chinese aesthetic taste. During the Qing Dynasty, craftsmen applied their design concepts through balanced composition, color contrast, and techniques such as pasting, embroidery, and embellishment to cloud shoulders, presenting a rich visual effect. Yunjian contain a wealth of artistic value that can be explored. This article will study the patterns of Yunjian from the perspective of Qing Dynasty aesthetics.