Shanxi Shadow Plays

Shadow plays inShanxi Provinceare similar to those in Shaanxi in terms of artistic features and craftwork skills. People draw lines to decorate the tiny parts since they are difficult for knives to pierce. The colors used are mostly bright red, green, and apricot, and are produced by artisans themselves. The puppets are known for lasting for a long time.

In the southern part of Shanxi Province, various traditional patterns appear on the figures and stage props, including patterns such as luck, wealth, and longevity, five people winning, and eight fairies offering congratulations for longevity. Also, many figures that often appear in architecture can be seen on the dress of the figure, including patterns such as the "d" character seen inBuddhism, and others for wealth and longevity.

The picture shows a lady who is applying make up in front of a mirror. When played, it requires people to have the ability to display two figures in a harmonious way, a person both inside and outside the mirror. The desk, chair, and case are well decorated and the dress, desk, and chair are carefully designed.