From Ancient Blades to Modern Treasures: Gen Z Swordsmith Revitalizes Longquan Craft
Gen Z artisan Zou Qi is revitalizing the ancient Longquan sword-forging craft by transforming traditional techniques into modern jewelry and lifestyle treasures.
Chinese Craft
Yueqing’s Jewelry Dragon: A Living Lantern of Art and Heritage
Yueqing’s Jewelry Dragon is a unique, moving lantern with over 400 years of history. Adorned with lifelike figurines, it captivates audiences during grand Lantern Festival parades, showcasing exquisite Chinese craftsmanship.
German Designer Reimagines Chinese Craftsmanship in Award-Winning Paper Chair
A German designer and his Chinese partners reimagined the Yuhang oil-paper umbrella to create “Piao,” an award-winning paper chair blending Chinese craftsmanship with modern design.