Clay Figure Zhang stands as a prominent example of clay sculpture in China. Artisans begin with carefully selecting pliable clay from riverbanks and processing it through twelve meticulous steps, including sun-drying, sieving and pounding. Using hand-molding techniques alongside specialized tools like pressing blades, they capture lifelike expressions with precision. After natural drying, the figures are painted with mineral pigments, ensuring the colors remain vibrant for centuries.