Abstract:

This research aims to explore the unique form of Han ethnic clothing homomorphic patterns. It firstly summarizes the already existing homomorphic patterns by investigating their origins, characteristics and aesthetic standards. Then, it took " Yi Lu Lian Ke" and " Lu Si Xi Lian" as examples to analyze the constructive elements, artistic expression and cultural connotations of homomorphic patterns. The study shows that the existence of Han ethnic clothing patterns is derived from objective and subjective reasons. The former is based on the people's folk customs and their inner expression needs by using the images of plants and animals. The limitation of the craftsmanship in that period enables the inaccuracy of the artistic characteristics of patterns. The latter comes from the analysis on the inaccuracy of patterns combing with their expressions and the categorizations.

Key words: Han's traditional costumes, homomorphic pattern, cultural connotation, artistic expression