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Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

The hairpins and headdresses in traditional Chinese Beijing Opera are an important part of the culture, carrying rich spiritual and cultural connotations as well as historical significance.

These hairpins and headdresses not only have unique shapes and decorations but also reflect the identity, status, and character traits of the performers in Beijing Opera.

For example, male roles in Beijing Opera usually wear high hairpins to highlight their handsome and heroic image, while female roles wear low hairpins to show their gentle and graceful temperament.

In addition, martial artists and clowns in Beijing Opera also have their own unique hairpins and headdresses to emphasize their different personality traits and performance styles.

These hairpins and headdresses are not only the iconic images of Beijing Opera performers but also a direct feeling and understanding for the audience towards Beijing Opera art.

By appreciating these hairpins and headdresses, people can better understand the historical background, cultural connotations, and artistic value of Beijing Opera, thus experiencing and feeling the charm of Beijing Opera more deeply.

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