The Eight-Treasure Quilt of the Yao Village

The Eight-Treasure Quilt of the Yao Village

　　The Eight-Treasure Quilt is a well-known traditional handicraft from Jianghua Yao Autonomous County, boasting a history of several hundred years. Made from high-quality cotton yarn, the quilt is embroidered with eight distinctive patterns on its surface: “The Rhinoceros Gazing at the Moon,” “Two Lions Competing for the Ball,” “The Qilin Bringing a Child,” “The Red Phoenix Facing the Sun,” “The Golden Dragon Emerging from the Cave,” and “The Carp Jumping Over the Dragon Gate,” among others—thus earning the name “Eight-Treasure Quilt.” Its characteristics include: vibrant and colorful designs, exquisite and unique craftsmanship, warmth in winter and coolness in summer, and an antique ethnic charm. The Jianghua Eight-Treasure Quilt is an essential item for Yao brides at their weddings. The product is sold to many provinces, municipalities, and autonomous regions across China, and is beloved by people of all ethnicities nationwide.