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Boshan Ceramics
Basic Introduction to Boshan CeramicsBoshan has long been known as the "Porcelain Capital" and is one of China's five major ceramic production areas. Among Boshan Art Ceramics, the most famous is the "Raindrop Glaze," historically referred to as "oil drop." It is named for its appearance of luminous silver spots on a dark glaze surface. These spots are as small as grains of rice, resembling shining stars in the night sky from a distance, which led to the saying that "a foot-tall vase or an inch-deep bowl is considered an unparalleled treasure, while teacups and wine goblets are regarded as priceless rarities." Product FeaturesBoshan Art Ceramics come in a myriad of forms, both graceful and vivid, exquisitely delicate, evoking a lifelike feeling. The art of engraving porcelain is hailed as the essence of Eastern art and a unique specialty of China. With simple hammers and chisels, artisans create breathtaking works on porcelain plates. Many of these engravings have been designated as national gifts presented by Chinese leaders to foreign heads of state as high-end gifts. Exquisite black pottery artworks, inheriting the traditions of Dawenkou Culture and Longshan Culture, are characterized by their "paper-thinness, lacquer-brightness, and bell-like resonance." Garden ceramics, standing… -
Features of the Baihuatan Pu’er Tea
Baihuatan is one of the representative production areas of the wild aromatic type in Yiwu, located in the Yao Autonomous Township of Mengla County, with an altitude ranging from 1,500 to 1,900 meters. It boasts a complete primitive ecological system. The forest here is filled with flowers in full bloom all year round, hence the name Baihuatan, known for its rich and enchanting floral fragrance. The journey to Baihuatan is quite challenging, requiring a trek through winding mountain roads and a further two to three hours' walk along a stream to reach the destination. Its tea leaves are straight and hard, with a substantial texture, a dark brown color, and silver-white buds. The infusion has a light golden yellow hue, bright and lustrous. In terms of aroma, the air is filled with the scent of the wild, with sweet floral and fruity fragrances. In taste, the tea soup is exceptionally sweet and smooth, instantly filling the mouth and nose with the aroma of wildflowers, captivating and charming. The mouthfeel is mellow and refreshing, with a full-bodied honey fragrance and a wild character. The aftertaste and salivation appear quickly, leaving the mouth filled with floral scents, and the strong aura of… -
H鹤庆新华 Silverware
Introduction to H鹤庆新华 SilverwareIt is said that cultural relics are the historical snapshots of a nation and its cultural calling card. Through the exhibition of nearly a thousand ancient silver artifacts dating back to the Tang Dynasty, the Yunnan Silverware Museum reveals an epic and magnificent saga of the ancient Dian Kingdom spanning over a thousand years. The museum showcases the imprint of more than two millennia of civilization in the ancient Dian Kingdom. Silverware, which was once exclusively owned by royalty and nobility, has developed into a range of popular adornments for ordinary people. Product FeaturesThe village of H鹤庆新华 has a long history and was a key stop along the historic Tea Horse Road. Remnants similar to the "Great Wall" such as stone walls and ancient village remains still exist here, with many historical mysteries yet to be uncovered. Apart from their Bai ethnic customs, the villagers have a production history of over a thousand years for ethnic handicrafts. The products they make are unique in the world in terms of both craftsmanship and scale. Wearing silver jewelry not only looks elegant but also offers several benefits:1. According to legend, wearing silver jewelry can ward off evil spirits, so… -
A glimpse of Jingtailan artworks at Beijing Enamel Factory
Zhong Liansheng and a craftsman apply filigree on Jingtailan artwork at Beijing Enamel Factory in Beijing, capital of China, May 15, 2024. ( tasteallchina /Zhang Haofu) Introduced from the Arabian countries during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) and became popular during the "Jingtai" years of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), "Jingtailan" represents a special localized cloisonne wrought of copper and porcelain. With patterns structured with copper wires and painted with enamel glaze all on a copper body, dozens of procedures including burning, grinding and gilding are applied to make a Jingtailan piece. Within 600 years, the craftwork are integrated into the traditional Chinese art. Beijing Enamel Factory, first set up in 1956, is the only China Time-honored Brand in Jingtailan making now also serves as a production and protection base of the crafts. Over the past 60 plus years, the factory cradled a team made up of professional Jingtailan craftsmen, and Zhong Liansheng, a Chinese Master of Arts and Crafts, is one of the best. Zhong Liansheng, general manager of the Beijing Enamel Factory, is a national-level intangible cultural heritage inheritor for the Jingtailan cloisonne. Zhong started his career in 1978 when he began to learn the art in a school, and… -
Seeking Ancient Chinese Lifestyles: Lu Lei’s Seclusion
Cultivating crops and felling bamboo, crafting clothing, and refining silver, his every movement embodies the simplicity and purity of ancient times, like the ancient Chinese lifestyles. He achieves self-sufficiency in materials and mastery of skills, by reviving traditional crafts and cuisine, completely captivating the modern individual accustomed to advanced technology. "Feel the charm of traditional culture from the perspective of the ancients, and write the words of history as a vivid picture", in this article we'll introduce Lu Lei to you, learn to feel the wisdom of the ancients while experiencing the leisurely idyllic life. Lu Lei seems to have traveled from ancient times, dressed in traditional Hanfu clothing, with long hair and a headband, living in seclusion in a remote village in Fujian. He tends to a few acres of flower fields, keeping company with cats and dogs, living a leisurely and carefree life. Intangible Cultural Heritage in Ancient Chinese Lifestyles Everlasting Flower Next to the trickling stream, cut down a straight rice-paper plant, remove the branches and leaves, extract the core, and with superb knife skills, peel them into thin sheets of paper. After trimming petals of various sizes, they undergo processes such as moistening, shaping, gluing, and drying,… -
Xiajin Silver Threads Noodles
Xiajin Silver Threads Noodles, also known as Dragon and Phoenix Noodles, are a distinctive traditional delicacy of Xiajin County, Shandong Province. Originally, they were a Zhang family heirloom noodle from the village of Zhangji in Leiji Township, with a history of over 200 years. The name was bestowed by Emperor Qianlong. These noodles are characterized by their ability to withstand long cooking times without disintegrating, their translucence, and their combination of softness, slipperiness, and chewiness. They appear thin like paper, white like jade, and small like pearls, with a refreshing, smooth, and resilient texture that glides down the throat and is gentle on the stomach. Name: Xiajin Silver Threads Noodles Category: Speciality Cuisine Origin: Shandong Province - Dezhou City - Xiajin County Xiajin Silver Threads Noodles, also known as Dragon and Phoenix Noodles, are a distinctive traditional delicacy of Xiajin County, Shandong Province. Originally, they were a Zhang family heirloom noodle from the village of Zhangji in Leiji Township, with a history of over 200 years. The name was bestowed by Emperor Qianlong. Also known as "Dragon and Phoenix Noodles," Silver Threads Noodles get their name from being rolled and cut so thinly that they resemble silver threads. If cut…
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