Feasibility Study on the Application of Paper-Cutting Art in the Design of Costume for Ethnic Minorities in Yunnan

Abstract

Paper-cutting art is an important form that carries the profound historical culture and folk artistic charm of the Chinese nation. Ethnic minority costumes in Yunnan serve as a crucial carrier of diverse cultures, ethnic characteristics, and aesthetic values. This study systematically explores the historical and cultural background, craftsmanship, styles, and regional features of paper-cutting art and ethnic minority costumes through qualitative methods such as literature review, field investigation, case study, and in-depth interviews. The study reveals the current development status of both and analyzes the feasibility and necessity of applying paper-cutting art in the design of Yunnan ethnic minority costumes. The research indicates that the incorporation of paper-cutting art elements, by influencing design expression and cultural symbols, can enrich the aesthetic connotations of Yunnan ethnic minority costumes, enhancing their ethnic characteristics and aesthetic value. The application of paper-cutting art in the design of Yunnan ethnic minority costumes shows significant potential.