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3rd China International Commodity Expo in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2025 - Citizens purchase Iranian carpets at the 3rd China International Commodity Expo in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on November 25, 2025.

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3rd China International Commodity Expo in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2025 - Citizens purchase Iranian carpets at the 3rd China International Commodity Expo in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on November 25, 2025.

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3rd China International Commodity Expo in Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - NOVEMBER 25, 2025 - Citizens purchase Iranian carpets at the 3rd China International Commodity Expo in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province, China on November 25, 2025.

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Carpet Made with Sand in The Church Square of La Orotava - Tenerife

The carpet made with sand from Teide in the Plaza de la Iglesia de La Orotava, for the celebration of Corpus Christi, June 26, 2025, in Orotava, Tenerife, Canary Islands (Spain). The creation of these carpets is a central tradition of the celebration of the Infraoctava of Corpus Christi. Every year, during this festivity known as the "Thursday of the Carpets", ephemeral carpets are made in the streets and, especially, a large tapestry in the Town Hall Square. These carpets are made with flower petals, heather and, in the case of the main tapestry, with natural sands from the Teide National Park. Photo by Germán Maymo/Europa Press Canarias/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE. SAVOIE (73) VAL THORENS, EUROPE'S HIGHEST SKI RESORT, BETWEEN 2300M AND 3200M ALTITUDE. AERIAL VIEW OF THE 2 FREE COVERED BEAVER AND POLLUX CARPETS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PISTE, FOR AN EFFORTLESS RETURN. Photo by Robert Palomba/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE. SAVOIE (73) VAL THORENS, EUROPE'S HIGHEST SKI RESORT, BETWEEN 2300M AND 3200M ALTITUDE. AERIAL VIEW OF THE 2 FREE COVERED BEAVER AND POLLUX CARPETS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PISTE, FOR AN EFFORTLESS RETURN. Photo by Robert Palomba/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE. SAVOIE (73) VAL THORENS, EUROPE'S HIGHEST SKI RESORT, BETWEEN 2300M AND 3200M ALTITUDE. AERIAL VIEW OF THE 2 FREE COVERED BEAVER AND POLLUX CARPETS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PISTE, FOR AN EFFORTLESS RETURN TO THE STARTING POINT AT PLACE CARON. Photo by Robert Palomba/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE. SAVOIE (73) VAL THORENS, EUROPE'S HIGHEST SKI RESORT, BETWEEN 2300M AND 3200M ALTITUDE. AERIAL VIEW OF THE 2 FREE COVERED BEAVER AND POLLUX CARPETS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PISTE, FOR AN EFFORTLESS RETURN TO THE STARTING POINT AT PLACE CARON. Photo by Robert Palomba/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Illustration - Aerial View of France

FRANCE. SAVOIE (73) VAL THORENS, EUROPE'S HIGHEST SKI RESORT, BETWEEN 2300M AND 3200M ALTITUDE. AERIAL VIEW OF THE 2 FREE COVERED BEAVER AND POLLUX CARPETS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PISTE, FOR AN EFFORTLESS RETURN TO THE STARTING POINT AT PLACE CARON. Photo by Robert Palomba/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Aftermath of Russian shelling in Yasnohirka village in eastern Ukraine

YASNOHIRKA, UKRAINE - JANUARY 23, 2025 - The rubble carpets the ground in the yard of a house destroyed by the Russian shelling in Yasnohirka village, Donetsk region, eastern Ukraine.

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Hand-Woven Carpets Exposed To Sunlight - Turkey

Aerial photo taken on August 23, 2024 shows hand-woven Turkish carpets laid on vast fields to expose to sunlight in Dosemealti district, Antalya province, Turkey. Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hand-Woven Carpets Exposed To Sunlight - Turkey

Aerial photo taken on August 23, 2024 shows hand-woven Turkish carpets laid on vast fields to expose to sunlight in Dosemealti district, Antalya province, Turkey. Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hand-Woven Carpets Exposed To Sunlight - Turkey

Aerial photo taken on August 23, 2024 shows hand-woven Turkish carpets laid on vast fields to expose to sunlight in Dosemealti district, Antalya province, Turkey. Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Hand-Woven Carpets Exposed To Sunlight - Turkey

Aerial photo taken on August 23, 2024 shows hand-woven Turkish carpets laid on vast fields to expose to sunlight in Dosemealti district, Antalya province, Turkey. Photo by Mustafa Kaya/Handout via Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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CHINA-YUNNAN-KUNMING-SOUTH ASIA EXPO (CN)

(240726) -- KUNMING, July 26, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A Pakistani exhibitor (L) introduces carpets to visitors at the South Asia Pavilion during the 8th China-South Asia Expo in Kunming, southwest China's Yunnan Province, July 26, 2024. The 8th China-South Asia Expo runs from July 23 to 28 in Kunming. The expo presents 15 pavilions, including two dedicated to South Asian countries, showcasing a total of approximately 800 booths. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM/Wang Jingyi)

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AFGHANISTAN-KABUL-CARPET SELLER

(240720) -- KABUL, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on July 14, 2024 shows the carpets at the store of carpet seller Sayed Bilal Farooqi in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan. TO GO WITH "Feature: Afghan carpet seller upbeat about business opportunities ahead from China-South Asia Expo" (Photo by Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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AFGHANISTAN-KABUL-CARPET SELLER

(240720) -- KABUL, July 20, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Afghan carpet seller Sayed Bilal Farooqi shows the packed carpets to be exhibited in the 8th China-South Asia Expo in his store in Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, July 14, 2024. TO GO WITH "Feature: Afghan carpet seller upbeat about business opportunities ahead from China-South Asia Expo" (Photo by Saifurahman Safi/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dnipro after Russian missile attack on July 8, 2024

DNIPRO, UKRAINE - JULY 8, 2024 - Debris carpets a sports ground after the Russian missile attack, Dnipro, east-central Ukraine.

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Dnipro after Russian missile attack on July 8, 2024

DNIPRO, UKRAINE - JULY 8, 2024 - Debris carpets a sports ground after the Russian missile attack, Dnipro, east-central Ukraine.

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a design pattern of a palace carpet displayed at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu's husband Li Dongyang repairs a palace carpet at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and we

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wang Guoying sits on a palace carpet at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a palace carpet waiting for repair at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditio

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Wang Guoying repairs a palace carpet at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu draws a design pattern for a palace carpet at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weavi

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu's husband Li Dongyang shows a palace carpet at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weav

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a detail of a palace carpet displayed at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on tradi

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows the design pattern for a palace carpet displayed at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insist

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a palace carpet displayed at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyein

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu's husband Li Dongyang (L) repairs a palace carpet with Wang Guoying standing by at Ji Yu's studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This undated photo shows Ji Yu weaving a palace carpet at her factory in central China's Henan Province. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu shows a palace carpet at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving techniques. During

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu draws a pattern for a palace carpet at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving tech

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu poses for a photo with her husband Li Dongyang at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and w

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a scene at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving tech

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- A design pattern of palace carpet is seen at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and wea

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu's daughter shows a palace carpet at Ji Yu's studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and weaving tec

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows a detail of a palace carpet displayed at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on tradi

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- Ji Yu's husband Li Dongyang repairs a palace carpet at her studio in Beijing, capital of China, June 27, 2024. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on traditional dyeing and we

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(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-BEIJING-PALACE CARPET-INHERITOR-STUDIO (CN)

(240629) -- BEIJING, June 29, 2024 Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM) -- This photo taken on June 27, 2024 shows the details of a palace carpet displayed at the studio of Ji Yu in Beijing, capital of China. Beijing palace carpet is a splendid example of China's traditional carpet weaving techniques. Known for its intricate production processes and beautiful patterns, the palace carpet represents the pinnacle of Chinese weaving artistry. The production involves four main steps: dyeing with traditional Chinese herbs, pattern design, weaving and shaping, and finally, finishing touches. As one of the "Beijing Eight Imperial Handicrafts," the art of palace carpet was designated a national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. Ji Yu, born in 1971 in central China's Henan Province, has dedicated over 30 years to the repair and creation of traditional palace carpets. In 1995, along with her husband Li Dongyang, she moved to Beijing to specialize in restoring ancient carpets. Over the years, the couple has insisted on tr