Embroidered cloth piece, Miao people

The silkworm-dragon motif in no.1 piece is considered as the Miao’s protector. The motif of appealing children in temple. Is in no.2 piece The Miao people live in harsh conditions and have a short life expectancy. This motif shows their hope to have many children and grandchildren. In no.3 piece is the motif of a butterfly mother laying 12 eggs. According to the Miao’s legend, one of eggs hatched to become the common ancestor of all humankind.