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Furnishing a career steeped in heritage

By Li Yingxue | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-08-27 07:48

The creation of traditional wooden furniture entails many steps, such as designing, cutting and carving.CHINA DAILY

It is a meticulous reproduction of a Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) relic from the Palace Museum, adorned with traditional motifs and intricate openwork carvings.

The design adheres strictly to ancient methods — no screws, only sunmao (mortise-and-tenon) joints, with each leg carved from the same piece of wood.

But Liu's work represents more than just craftsmanship; it is a glimpse into a tradition that stretches far beyond his workshop.

Across China, traditional wooden furniture has long been admired not only for its meticulous construction and visual appeal, but also for the cultural stories embedded within its patterns and motifs — stories that reflect centuries-old aspirations for harmony and prosperity.

Today, this craftsmanship endures thanks to the dedicated efforts of artisans like Liu.

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