Part of the Nine Dragon Wall in Beijing, China

Part of the Nine Dragon Wall in Beijing, China

The Chinese Loong is one of the symbols of China in Beijing, and the Nine Dragon Wall is an outstanding representative of this symbol. Built in the 21st year of the Qianlong reign (1756), it is a colored glazed brick screen wall. Renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and unique design, it is carved with nine lifelike dragons, each with a unique shape and vivid imagery, showcasing the majesty and mystery of dragons in traditional Chinese culture. Not only is it a treasure of Chinese architectural art, but it is also an important symbol of Beijing's historical and cultural heritage. Located within Beihai Park in Beijing, it is a part of the royal garden and has witnessed the prosperity and glory of the Qing Dynasty. It is a symbol of traditional Chinese culture.
Beijing carved lacquer wooden box - Yagailong University Museum

Beijing carved lacquer wooden box - Yagailong University Museum

Beijing carved lacquer craftsmanship, as one of the "Three Treasures" of Chinese arts and crafts, is renowned alongside Hunan embroidery and Jingdezhen porcelain in Jiangxi for its unique skills and exquisite carving. The art of carved lacquer originated in Yunnan and Sichuan in southern China and was widely known during the Tang and Song dynasties. In the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368), it was introduced to Beijing, and many skilled craftsmen in lacquer carving migrated here as Beijing became the capital. The Jagiellonian University Museum houses a carved lacquer box from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, which embodies the exquisite craftsmanship and pursuit of beauty of royal workshops in the Qing Dynasty. It is a precious heritage of traditional Chinese arts and crafts.