Making three-dimensional gold foil paintings of bamboo requires artisans to possess superb skills and rich experience. From the cutting and pasting of the gold foil to the shaping of the three-dimensional effect, every step requires meticulous operation. The slightest mistake may affect the quality of the work. Therefore, each piece of work embodies the efforts and wisdom of the artisans and reflects the exquisite craftsmanship.
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Travel fridge magnets carry a wide range of meanings. They are not only souvenirs from a journey but also vessels of memories and emotions tied to travel, as well as symbols of one’s longing for different cultures and places.
Design inspiration: Mainly derived from the silk painting "A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains" by Wang Ximeng of the Northern Song Dynasty. This renowned painting, with its grand scenes, delicate brushstrokes and brilliant colors, depicts continuous mountains, vast rivers, lush forests and scattered pavilions and terraces, presenting the magnificence and beauty of the mountains and rivers during the Northern Song Dynasty. The 3D stereoscopic light and shadow wood Carving lamp of "Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains" is based on this model. It aims to recreate the landscape artistic conception in paintings through the forms of wood carving and light and shadow, allowing people to appreciate the charm of ancient art in modern life.
Fridge magnets are small yet delightful cultural and creative products. They serve not only as decorative items but also as carriers of travel memories, expressions of emotion, and even conveyors of cultural messages.
The Nine Purple Li Fire Cycle: It is a concept in numerology. Ancient people divided 20 years into one cycle, and the period from 2024 to 2043 belongs to the Lower Yuan Nine Cycles. The nine cycles correspond to the Li hexagram in the I Ching's Eight Trigrams and are called the "Nine Purple Li Fire Cycle". During this period, all the phenomena of all things that conform to the element of Li Fire will emerge accordingly.The Five Emperors' Coins: Usually composed of copper coins cast by the five emperors of the prosperous Qing Dynasty, namely Shunzhi, Kangxi, Yongzheng, Qianlong and Jiaqing, they carry the energy of prosperity and are unique cultural symbols. In feng shui theory, they have the effects of promoting wealth, warding off evil energy and praying for good fortune.
Fridge magnets are small yet delightful cultural and creative products. They serve not only as decorative items but also as carriers of travel memories, expressions of emotion, and even conveyors of cultural messages.
Jia Ma, also known as "paper horse" or "divine paper", is an ancient and mysterious folk woodblock print used in folk sacrificial activities to pray for blessings and eliminate disasters. It is popular throughout Yunnan Province. Among them, the Bai ethnic group's Jia Ma is the most distinctive. It is a kind of woodcut work that still exists among the common people in the primitive witchcraft and etiquette of the Bai ethnic group.It is a comprehensive reflection of Dali woodcarving techniques, printing techniques and papermaking techniques on primitive religious sacrificial items. It is a precious cultural heritage and has been included in the third batch of intangible cultural heritage list of Dali Prefecture.
Fridge magnets are small yet delightful cultural and creative products. They serve not only as decorative items but also as carriers of travel memories, expressions of emotion, and even conveyors of cultural messages.
Dongyang woodcarving is renowned for its exquisite carving craftsmanship. Artisans employ a variety of carving techniques, such as relief carving, through carving, and round carving, to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood boards. The lines are smooth and the layers are distinct, demonstrating an extremely high artistic standard.
Fridge magnets are small yet delightful cultural and creative products. They serve not only as decorative items but also as carriers of travel memories, expressions of emotion, and even conveyors of cultural messages.
The Chinese knot symbolizes unity, beauty, happiness and peace, and has meanings such as reunion, completeness and good fortune. Dongyang woodcarving has a long history. The patterns carved on it often contain rich cultural significance, endowing the pendants and ornaments with a deeper cultural background and expressing people's yearning for a better life.
Fridge magnets are small yet delightful cultural and creative products. They serve not only as decorative items but also as carriers of travel memories, expressions of emotion, and even conveyors of cultural messages.
Dongyang woodcarving mainly features flat relief, and is characterized by multi-layered relief and scattered perspective composition. Carvers employ techniques such as thin relief, low relief, deep relief, high relief, and multi-layer layering to create works that are rich in layers yet dynamic, with smooth and natural lines, enabling them to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood.
Fridge magnets are small yet delightful cultural and creative products. They serve not only as decorative items but also as carriers of travel memories, expressions of emotion, and even conveyors of cultural messages.
Dongyang woodcarving mainly features flat relief, and is characterized by multi-layered relief and scattered perspective composition. Carvers employ techniques such as thin relief, low relief, deep relief, high relief, and multi-layer layering to create works that are rich in layers yet dynamic, with smooth and natural lines, enabling them to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood.
The meaning of a "fortune slip" refers to the act of drawing a message to predict the future or seek insight into good or bad fortune—essentially a form of divination. It is often seen as a symbol of hope, offering spiritual comfort in times of difficulty, and can also serve as a way to relax and lighten one’s mood.
Dongyang woodcarving mainly features flat relief, and is characterized by multi-layered relief and scattered perspective composition. Carvers employ techniques such as thin relief, low relief, deep relief, high relief, and multi-layer layering to create works that are rich in layers yet dynamic, with smooth and natural lines, enabling them to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood.
This product is inspired by the "gourd," which serves as the central design element. Combined with meaningful text, it incorporates characteristics and customs of traditional Chinese festivals to create a joyful and harmonious festive atmosphere. The overall design features a golden color scheme, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune. It creatively integrates hollowed three-dimensional imagery with traditional paper-cutting, a form of intangible cultural heritage, resulting in a unique and artistic decorative piece.
Dongyang woodcarving mainly features flat relief, and is characterized by multi-layered relief and scattered perspective composition. Carvers employ techniques such as thin relief, low relief, deep relief, high relief, and multi-layer layering to create works that are rich in layers yet dynamic, with smooth and natural lines, enabling them to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood.
Among the Four Divine Beasts, the Azure Dragon holds significant symbolic meaning and cultural value. It represents power and authority, protection and blessings, morality and wisdom, as well as cultural heritage and a sense of national pride.
Dongyang woodcarving mainly features flat relief, and is characterized by multi-layered relief and scattered perspective composition. Carvers employ techniques such as thin relief, low relief, deep relief, high relief, and multi-layer layering to create works that are rich in layers yet dynamic, with smooth and natural lines, enabling them to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood.
Chinese fan culture carries a profound cultural heritage and is an integral part of the nation's traditions. Beyond being used for cooling, fans also serve as props in dance and stage performances, symbolizing friendship and connection. They make thoughtful gifts for friends, family, and international guests. Today, fan decorations are increasingly found in homes and have gradually evolved into objects of artistic appreciation, greatly enhancing their cultural and aesthetic value.
Dongyang woodcarving mainly features flat relief, and is characterized by multi-layered relief and scattered perspective composition. Carvers employ techniques such as thin relief, low relief, deep relief, high relief, and multi-layer layering to create works that are rich in layers yet dynamic, with smooth and natural lines, enabling them to vividly present various patterns on camphor wood.
Facial makeup in Peking Opera is a decorative art form that combines dots, lines, shapes, and colors in an organic way. With vibrant hues, elegant designs, and exaggerated stylization, it vividly and expressively portrays the appearance and personality traits of theatrical characters. This art form reflects the aesthetic creativity and cultural spirit of the Chinese people.
Facial makeup in Peking Opera is a decorative art form that combines dots, lines, shapes, and colors in an organic way. With vibrant hues, elegant designs, and exaggerated stylization, it vividly and expressively portrays the appearance and personality traits of theatrical characters. This art form reflects the aesthetic creativity and cultural spirit of the Chinese people.
Deer are noble, elegant, gentle and mysterious animals with upright postures.They are a good choice for displaying at home or giving as gifts.
Facial makeup in Peking Opera is a decorative art form that combines dots, lines, shapes, and colors in an organic way. With vibrant hues, elegant designs, and exaggerated stylization, it vividly and expressively portrays the appearance and personality traits of theatrical characters. This art form reflects the aesthetic creativity and cultural spirit of the Chinese people.
Because of its legendary meaning of attracting wealth and its function of receiving money, the cornucopia is listed as an important Feng Shui ornament for attracting wealth, along with the "golden toad" and "lucky cat". In China, especially among the Han people in the south of the Yangtze River, the cornucopia is a treasure for guarding the house.
The Four Treasures of the Study—paper, brush, ink, and inkstone—are traditional Chinese tools for writing and painting. They have made remarkable contributions to the promotion of Chinese culture and the advancement of global civilization. Even today, they continue to play an important role.