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Yuxian paper-cutting: A window into folk art
Updated: Sep 5, 2025
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Nestled in northwest Hebei province, Yuxian county is famed for its paper-cutting art, known as “window flowers”. With centuries of history, this craft blends boldness and delicacy, depicting Chinese opera figures, myths, animals and floral motifs. Vibrant in color and rich in cultural charm, Yuxian paper-cutting remains a treasured art form admired worldwide.
