2024.09.01 19:38 GMT+8

West Lake Silk Umbrella: A masterpiece of Eastern aesthetics

Updated 2024.09.01 19:38 GMT+8
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With a history spanning thousands of years, umbrellas in China are more than just everyday items. They're works of art. The West Lake Silk Umbrella is a prime example. Crafted with bamboo and silk, it showcases elegance and precision. The process takes 18 precise steps. In 2008, this traditional craft was recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage.

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