Korean Knots - Definition of Korean Knots

Definition of Korean Knots

Korean Knots are defined as a form of traditional Korean handicraft made using one or two thread. Its characteristic is that the completed knot has the same shape front and back, has bilateral symmetry and starts and ends at the middle of the knot no matter how complicated it is. Korean knots are very similar to Chinese knots. However, it is different from the Chinese knots in that it is made with a special Korean braid and is made with fingers without tools.

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