Gifts of love in ancient China

Updated: 2015-08-20 13:54

(Chinaculture.org)

Gifts of love in ancient China

A set of embroidered purses during Qing Dynasty sold for 17,250 yuan at the 37th China Guardian Quarterly Auctions. [Photo/ english.cguardian.com]

 Hand-made Purse

Most ancient Chinese women were good at embroidery. A hand-made embroidered purse for the man they loved represents their true love.