Analyzing the Chinese Shoes
Analyzing the Chinese shoes in the file. link is only in there. explain the textile, the process of production. and maybe find some other similar collections.(including pictures ) introduce the Chinese dye technique and textiles at that time. Connect to the 19th century’s art&craft, chemical and natural dye. this shoes is special because it is purple and it is chemical dye since natural dye cannot make this color. introduce how China is also engaging in this global chemical dye revolution. there are readings in the files. And also connect it to William Morris’s mauve. The invention of Mauve enable people to use purple in paintings, fabric, and lots of other things. These shoes also show that this similar technique happened in non-western countries like China. Please also include some pictures