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Pingyao hero keeps ancient craft alive

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Updated: 2017-12-20

Pingyao hero keeps ancient craft alive

Liu Jinhai, a professional craftsman in Pingyao who makes polished lacquer ware, paints one of his works. With a history dating back to the Spring and Autumn Period (770-476 BC), Pingyao polished lacquer ware is famous for being hand polished, lacquered and painted. In 2006, it was included on the list of items of national intangible cultural heritage. [Photo/news.cn]

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