Decorative Motifs in Chinese Textiles

The V&A provides a variety of valuable educational resources on its website, including an article which offers an insight into the design motifs used in Chinese Textiles during the Qing dynasty (1644-1911).
The extract of particular value to Illuminate is roughly half-way down the page, yet the preceding passages are also of interest; considering how plant motifs have been used in textile design around the world, throughout history.

LINK: Decorative Motifs in Chinese Textiles