Among the traditional embroidery techniques in China, Xiang embroidery produced in Hunan Province in central China, Shu embroidery produced in Sichuan Province in western China, Yue embroidery produced in Guangdong Province in southern China, and Su embroidery produced in Jiangsu Province in eastern China are often collectively called "Four Famous Embroideries in China".

China's embroidery technology reached a high level in Qin and Han Dynasties, and it was one of the important commodities transported along the Silk Road in history. China's four famous embroideries are outstanding representatives of Chinese embroidery.