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The oiled paper umbrella, a traditional Chinese dance prop, is an important artifact in ancient Chinese culture.
It not only has practical value but also carries rich spiritual and cultural connotations and historical significance.
The oiled paper umbrella is one of the representatives of Chinese traditional culture, with its unique production process and long history.
Its production involves multiple steps, including material selection, frame making, oiling, and paper pasting.
Among them, oiling is the most critical step, requiring special ink and paper.
The patterns on the oiled paper umbrella are diverse, including flowers, birds, landscapes, and figures, each carrying profound cultural connotations and historical significance.
In ancient times, the oiled paper umbrella was not only an essential item in people's daily lives but also an important ritual object.
On important occasions such as weddings and funerals, people would use it to express their emotions and blessings.
Today, although the oiled paper umbrella is no longer an essential item in people's daily lives, it remains a precious cultural heritage that represents the essence and wisdom of ancient Chinese culture.
By appreciating and learning about the history and cultural connotations of the oiled paper umbrella, we can better understand and inherit Chinese traditional culture.
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