Upon closer inspection of this artwork: Two Apsaras swirl in a dance within a circular composition, their lines flowing and curling like water—the billowing ribbons and flowing scarves are entirely shaped by the paper-cutting artist’s precise scissor-work, creating a powerful sense of motion. The “Chinese red” of the paper-cutting is not only the most familiar “auspicious color” to the people, enhancing the vitality and vibrant spirit of the Apsaras, but also subtly echoes the rich texture of mineral pigments like cinnabar used in the Dunhuang murals.
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