Bamboo tube seen in the mountains

Bamboo tube seen in the mountains

It is an artwork created by Zhang Zongfan, inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of Baoqing bamboo carving, and his students using bamboo carving techniques. Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional handicraft in Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, China, known for its exquisite carving techniques and unique artistic style. The unique cultural charm and artistic expression showcase the tranquility and harmony of the mountain scenery. The work has a novel concept, atmospheric composition, sharp knife technique, and exquisite knife skills. Through more than ten years of learning and practice, I have proficiently mastered various key techniques of Baoqing bamboo carving. It is not only a continuation of traditional handicrafts, but also a praise for natural beauty and cultural significance, with high artistic value and collection significance.
Bamboo spring carved hat bucket

Bamboo spring carved hat bucket

Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional handicraft in Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, known for its exquisite bamboo and green carving techniques. As the inheritor of intangible cultural heritage of this technique, Zhang Zongfan and his students jointly completed an exquisite bamboo spring carved hat barrel work. The technique of bamboo spring carving is adopted, which is a craft of carving on bamboo springs (the inner layer of bamboo skin). Through fine manual carving, complex patterns and perspective effects are created as decorations. It showcases the exquisite craftsmanship of Baoqing bamboo carving and a profound understanding of traditional culture. The carved patterns are exquisite and detailed, with distinct layers. Light and shadow penetrate through the gaps of the carving, creating a unique visual effect.
Dragonfly and Lotus Pond Theme Bamboo Green Slices

Dragonfly and Lotus Pond Theme Bamboo Green Slices

Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional handicraft in Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, China, known for its exquisite carving skills and unique artistic style. As the inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of Baoqing bamboo carving, Zhang Zongfan and his students jointly completed this work, which is an outstanding representative of this traditional craft. The bamboo green carving technique is adopted, which involves carving on the green outer skin of bamboo, using the natural color and texture of bamboo green to create lively dragonfly and lotus pod patterns. Dragonflies symbolize agility and change, while lotus pods symbolize holiness and vitality. The combination of the two showcases the beauty of harmony in nature and is also rich in auspicious meanings of traditional Chinese culture.
Pine Forest Landscape Bamboo Spring Carving

Pine Forest Landscape Bamboo Spring Carving

Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional handicraft in Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, China, known for its exquisite carving skills and unique artistic style. This technique uses bamboo springs (the inner layer of bamboo skin) as carving materials, and through meticulous manual carving, creates works with rich cultural connotations and artistic value. As the inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of Baoqing bamboo carving, Zhang Zongfan and his students jointly completed this work, demonstrating superb carving skills and a profound understanding of natural landscapes. The fine lines and clear layered composition vividly depict the natural beauty of the pine forest, including the towering trees, lush branches and leaves, and the tranquil atmosphere of the forest
The theme of "Gao Shi under the pine tree" is bamboo tube (I)

The theme of "Gao Shi under the pine tree" is bamboo tube (I)

Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional bamboo carving art originated from Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, China. It is famous for its exquisite craftsmanship and profound cultural connotation. The theme bamboo tube of "Gao Shi under the Pine Tree" is a work carefully created by Zhang Zongfan, the inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of Baoqing bamboo carving, and his students, showing the ideal image of Gao Shi in traditional Chinese culture. The bamboo green carving process, that is, carving on the green skin of bamboo, maintains the natural color and texture of bamboo. It is not only a handicraft showing skills, but also a work of art containing philosophical thinking and aesthetic pursuit.
"Under the Pine Tree" Theme Bamboo Tube (Part 2)

"Under the Pine Tree" Theme Bamboo Tube (Part 2)

Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional bamboo carving art originated from Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, China. It is famous for its exquisite craftsmanship and profound cultural connotation. The theme bamboo tube of "Gao Shi under the Pine Tree" is a work carefully created by Zhang Zongfan, the inheritor of the intangible cultural heritage of Baoqing bamboo carving, and his students, showing the ideal image of Gao Shi in traditional Chinese culture. The bamboo green carving process, that is, carving on the green skin of bamboo, maintains the natural color and texture of bamboo. It is not only a handicraft showing skills, but also a work of art containing philosophical thinking and aesthetic pursuit.
Bamboo Root Carving with Cattle Theme

Bamboo Root Carving with Cattle Theme

Baoqing bamboo carving is a traditional handicraft in Shaoyang City, Hunan Province, China, which is famous for its fine carving skills and unique artistic style. The bamboo root carving with the theme of cattle grazing is one of the representative works of this traditional craft, which was jointly completed by Zhang Zongfan, the inheritor of Baoqing bamboo carving intangible cultural heritage, and his students. The natural form of bamboo roots is skillfully combined with the scene of cattle herding, showing the tranquility and harmony of pastoral style. The carving details are rich, whether it is a child herding cattle or a leisurely grazing cattle, they are lifelike, full of movement and vitality. With high artistic value and collection value, it is a treasure of Chinese traditional arts and crafts.