Cultural storiesYunnan, Dehong Prefecture, Lianghe County
Carefully spreads out tea leaves and returns later to notice the changes.
The story / Korchaga
Never overfills a carrier and values unhurried work.
Cultural context
Korchaga / Collection
Korchaga checks the household tea jug after working with Huilong leaves. One paw holds the handle, the other the base; a striped bag is secured by a shoulder strap.
After work, Korchaga drinks tea from a simple clay bowl. A striped home apron, pale cuffs and soft footwear distinguish this quiet scene from the festive outfits.
Korchaga visits friends with a closed blue tea caddy. She holds it in both paws; a blue top, striped skirt and silver circlet preserve the festive Lianghe story.
In her wedding story, Korchaga receives a small cup of tea. A plum top, red woven edging and silver rings create a celebratory outfit; the tea break belongs to the character's personal story.
Korchaga adjusts a silver neck ring before going out. A bamboo caddy of tea leaves is attached at her waist; a blue top, plum apron and geometric weaving preserve the detailed festive story.
In an outfit inspired by Lianghe’s historical jianhua yi, Korchaga carries a closed tea basket and a small twig. Red sleeves, blue cuffs and appliqué frame her personal tea story.
00 / Original form
A shallow woven tray with withered tea leaves and one hanging leaf belongs to the crown. A small cream face and dark eyes keep the character’s gentle nonhuman expression.
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