Yanyun Weaving Department refers to the yamen of Yanyun Weaving Department, and refers to Gu Yanjing (now Beijing), a weaving institution established in Beijing after the middle of Ming Dynasty. Yanyun Weaving Department is responsible for managing and supervising Beijing's textile business, including weaving and brocade. The establishment of Yanyun Weaving Department aims at improving the quality and production efficiency of textiles, and at the same time, it also provides employment opportunities and income sources for the court and scholars in Ming Dynasty.
Weaving department refers to the organization of ancient weaving industry, usually refers to the specialized weaving institutions established in various places. The weaving department is responsible for managing and supervising the local weaving business, including weaving, dyeing and embroidery. The weaving sector played an important role in ancient society, which not only promoted the development of local economy, but also maintained social stability and the order of textile industry.
Therefore, the difference between Yanyun Weaving Department and Weaving Department is that the former refers to the weaving organization established in Beijing after the middle of Ming Dynasty, while the latter refers to the specialized weaving organization established in ancient times. Specific differences may need to refer to specific historical periods and geographical locations.