古代丝绸纹样中长寿植物的象征探源

Seek the Source of Symbolization of Longevous Plants in Ancient Silk Patterns

针对中国古代丝绸纹样中十分常见的一种寓意手法——象征,阐述了象征中的"形"与"义"。对众多表达长寿主题的精致华美的丝绸植物纹样题材如桃、松、菊、芝进行了象征根源探析,通过分析这四种植物自身的特性和相关神话传说,解读它们作为长寿文化象征的内涵。希望当今艺术设计者结合现代艺术设计理念,将传统元素应用于设计作品之中,以提升作品的文化内涵。

In allusion to a very common moral technique in ancient Chinese silk patterns-symbolization,this paper describes ＂form＂ and ＂meaning＂ in symbolization;seeks the source of symbolization of many exquisite silk plant pattern themes expressing longevity such as peach,pine,chrysanthemum and glossy ganoderma;interprets their connotations as a symbol of longevity culture by analyzing characteristics of these four plants and related tales of legendia;and expects current art designers to apply traditional elements into their design work in combination with modern art design concepts so as to improve the cultural connotation of works.