Exploring the Design Elements of Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage Shu Embroidery: An Iconographic Analysis

Zeng Yance, Harrinni Binti Md Noor and Muhammad Faiz Sabri
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Zeng Yance: Department of Art & Design Education, Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Puncak Alam Campus, 42300 Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Harrinni Binti Md Noor: Department of Art & Design Education, Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Puncak Alam Campus, 42300 Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia
Muhammad Faiz Sabri: Department of Art & Design Education, Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Puncak Alam Campus, 42300 Puncak Alam, Selangor, Malaysia

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2025, vol. 9, issue 1, 944-957

Abstract: Shu embroidery, a hallmark of Chinese intangible cultural heritage, exemplifies the fusion of artistry and culture with origins dating back over 3,000 years. Its patterns symbolize prosperity, harmony, and beauty, achieving prominence during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. This study explores the features of Shu embroidery patterns, focusing on classification, composition, and elements. Using Panofsky’s iconographic framework, six traditional and modern Shu embroidery patterns were analysed. The findings reveal diverse forms, intricate compositions, and balanced or asymmetrical layouts, highlighting the transition from traditional craftsmanship to modern innovation. This research enhances understanding of Shu embroidery’s artistic features and its adaptation to contemporary contexts. By comparing the six dimensions of traditional and modern Shu embroidery through Panofsky’s theoretical lens, this research provides a deeper understanding of the artistic characteristics of Shu embroidery and its adaptation to contemporary contexts.

Date: 2025
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