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In Xiamen, a coastal gem in China’s Fujian Province, 73-year-old Cui Chaorong is turning tradition into timeless art—one golden thread at a time. For decades, he’s mastered Xiamen Lacquer Thread Sculpting, a craft so intricate it’s like watching a 3D printer from the Ming Dynasty come to life.
Teaming up with his family, Cui preserves the four sacred steps of this heritage: sculpting raw forms, coating them in powdered foundation, weaving lacquer threads into hypnotic patterns, and adding bursts of gold and color. The result? Pieces that blend history with the vibe of a modern art gallery.
\"It’s not just about technique,\" says Cui. \"Every thread carries stories of our ancestors.\" His workshop, buzzing with generational teamwork, feels like a cultural NFT—unique, irreplaceable, and totally hands-on.
As global interest in traditional crafts surges, Cui’s mission resonates far beyond Fujian. For travelers and culture buffs, Xiamen’s lacquer art isn’t just a souvenir—it’s a living museum.
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For decades, he’s mastered Xiamen Lacquer Thread Sculpting, a craft so intricate it’s like watching a 3D printer from the Ming Dynasty come to life.
His workshop, buzzing with generational teamwork, feels like a cultural NFT—unique, irreplaceable, and totally hands-on.
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