Called kesi (cut silk), tapestry has long been produced in China, traditionally being made entirely of silk; Chinese tapestries are extremely fine in texture and light in weight. The weave is finished perfectly on both sides so that the tapestries are reversible. The warps are vertical in relation to the pattern, rather than horizontal as in European weaving. Sometimes the weaver uses metal threads to make his hangings more sumptuous or highlights the design by painting, although this is not considered a commendable expedient. Many kesi, such as Dongfang Shuo Stealing the Peaches of Longevity, imitated paintings ... (100 of 12,621 words)Eastern Asia