介绍剪纸

2017 全国卷2

Dear Henry:

I’m Li Hua. Hearing that you are obsessed with paper cuttings , I’m willing to give you a brief introduction to this time-honored art form.

Dating back to Han Dynasty, The paper-cutting, used in window or room decorations, has long been one of the most traditional folk arts and enjoyed a fantastic reputation across the world. In addition, unique as each one is, many of

them feature animals, plants or figures, which look extremely natural and vivid. Apart from that, it is only red that is the color most frequently used in paper-cuttings due to the fact that it symbolizes health and prosperity and can stimulate a deep enthusiasm for life.

Hopefully what is said above is of benefit to you. Looking forward to your reply at your earliest convenience. Yours

Li Hua.

symbolizing health and prosperity, the color most frequently used in paper-cuttings is red, one that can stimulate a deep enthusiasm for life.

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