Recently, a street woodcarver in the Shichahai area of Beijing has become unexpectedly popular among young people. Not because his work is refined or realistic but because it's abstract; so abstract that it's often hard to tell what animal shape he has carved. Yet young people line up to wait, watch and buy. The popularity of these carvings reflects a broader shift in consumption preferences among younger generations. Beyond practicality or precision, there is increasing interest in objects that convey spontaneity, informality and emotional resonance. In this case, the appeal seems to lie not only in the wooden figures themselves, but also in the relaxed pace and openness embodied in the carving process.