As 2025 draws to a close, Beijing's National Woodblock New Year Paintings Exhibition has become a cultural focal point, drawing global attention to China's intangible heritage. Running through late December, the event features over 300 horse-themed works anticipating the 2026 Year of the Horse.
Curators have recreated historical printing workshops from 10 production hubs, including Suzhou's Taohuawu and Sichuan's Jiajiang district. A highlight is Beijing's debut of its complete '100 Paper Horse' collection – meticulously reproduced engravings originally created during the Qing Dynasty.
The exhibition serves both cultural preservation and contemporary innovation, with digital displays explaining the 15-step creation process from carving to coloring. For business analysts, it underscores China's growing cultural economy, while diaspora visitors appreciate the nostalgic connection to traditional Lunar New Year celebrations.
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Woodblock New Year paintings exhibition kicks off in Beijing
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