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Traditional craft that bridges heritage and contemporary artistry
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Yang Yanfei, a master of jujube wood carving. /CGTN
Carving on a jujube. /CGTN
"Jujubes" made of jujube wood. /CGTN
Yang Yanfei is a skilled craftsman in jujube wood carving from Yulin City in northwest China's Shaanxi Province.
Since childhood, Yang developed a deep connection to these trees that have been cultivated in the province for over 3,000 years.
He started wood carving at the age of 16. To carve a product, he would first closely observe the natural shape of the wood and think about what it resembled. Yang's approach retains the wood's natural form to capture its value.
A wood sculpture of a villager singing folk songs. /CGTN
Carving tools. /CGTN
Wood sculptures. /CGTN
From jujube-shaped carvings to elegant combs and hairpins, Yang also creates modern products that bridge the gap between heritage and contemporary artistry, ensuring the craft continues to thrive.
For more:
CGTN Documentary: Echoes of Life
Legacy Trails: Jujube Wood Chronicles
(All photos by CGTN)
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