Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

A Ganesha idol floats amidst plastic waste in the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Environmental Pollution in Kolkata - India

Submerged Ganesha idols lie on the riverbed of the Ganges at Babughat in Kolkata, India, on September 2, 2025. The immersion of idols, which are often coated with synthetic paints containing heavy metals, is identified by environmental agencies like the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) as a major seasonal contributor to water pollution. Photo by Amit Ghosh/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Economy

Illustration - Economy

FRANCE, NORMANDY, ORNE (61) THE WORLD'S FIRST SOLAR ROAD WAS INAUGURATED ON 22/12/16. A 1KM SECTION OF A DEPARTMENTAL ROAD SERVING TOUROUVRE-AU-PERCHE, IN THE ORNE REGION, HAS BEEN PAVED WITH PHOTOVOLTAIC SLABS (WATTWAY PROJECT). THE SILICON SHEETS THAT GENERATE THE CURRENT ARE COATED IN A PROTECTIVE RESIN THAT, ACCORDING TO THE WATTWAY PARTNERS, MAKES THEM ?CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING ALL TYPES OF VEHICLE TRAFFIC, INCLUDING HEAVY GOODS VEHICLES?, WHILE ENSURING GOOD GRIP BETWEEN THE TYRES AND THE PAVEMENT. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Economy

Illustration - Economy

FRANCE, NORMANDY, ORNE (61) THE WORLD'S FIRST SOLAR ROAD WAS INAUGURATED ON 22/12/16. A 1KM SECTION OF A DEPARTMENTAL ROAD SERVING TOUROUVRE-AU-PERCHE, IN THE ORNE REGION, HAS BEEN PAVED WITH PHOTOVOLTAIC SLABS (WATTWAY PROJECT). THE SILICON SHEETS THAT GENERATE THE CURRENT ARE COATED IN A PROTECTIVE RESIN THAT, ACCORDING TO THE WATTWAY PARTNERS, MAKES THEM ?CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING ALL TYPES OF VEHICLE TRAFFIC, INCLUDING HEAVY GOODS VEHICLES?, WHILE ENSURING GOOD GRIP BETWEEN THE TYRES AND THE PAVEMENT. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

Illustration - Economy

Illustration - Economy

FRANCE, NORMANDY, ORNE (61) THE WORLD'S FIRST SOLAR ROAD WAS INAUGURATED ON 22/12/16. A 1KM SECTION OF A DEPARTMENTAL ROAD SERVING TOUROUVRE-AU-PERCHE, IN THE ORNE REGION, HAS BEEN PAVED WITH PHOTOVOLTAIC SLABS (WATTWAY PROJECT). THE SILICON SHEETS THAT GENERATE THE CURRENT ARE COATED IN A PROTECTIVE RESIN THAT, ACCORDING TO THE WATTWAY PARTNERS, MAKES THEM ?CAPABLE OF WITHSTANDING ALL TYPES OF VEHICLE TRAFFIC, INCLUDING HEAVY GOODS VEHICLES?, WHILE ENSURING GOOD GRIP BETWEEN THE TYRES AND THE PAVEMENT. Photo by Stephane Compoint/Only France/ABACAPRESS.COM

China: Serene Winter Evening Captured By Camera In Yantai, Shandong

This is the dazzling moment that heavy snowfall was captured, further highlighted by bright headlights from a nearby building. On the evening of December 20, 2024, in Yantai, Shandong Province, the video showed a serene winter solstice evening blanketed in snow as large, swirling snowflakes fell steadily. From a residential building, someone had shone high-beam headlights, intensifying the magical effect of the snowy scene. The strong illumination created a dreamlike visual, showcasing the flakes in vivid detail against the night sky. The snowfall had continued through the evening, leaving the city coated in a thick layer of pristine white, much to the delight of residents.

Oil Wrestling Tournament - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Tournament - Turkey

A group of oil wrestlers stands together, their bodies coated in olive oil as they prepare for their upcoming bouts in Edirne, Turkey, July 2018. Each year, about one thousand wrestlers from across Turkey come to Edirne to compete in the historic Kirkpinar oil wrestling tournament. Photo by Konstantin Novakovic/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Oil Wrestling Tournament - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Tournament - Turkey

A group of oil wrestlers stands together, their bodies coated in olive oil as they prepare for their upcoming bouts in Edirne, Turkey, July 2018. Each year, about one thousand wrestlers from across Turkey come to Edirne to compete in the historic Kirkpinar oil wrestling tournament. Photo by Konstantin Novakovic/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Oil Wrestling Tournament - Turkey

Oil Wrestling Tournament - Turkey

A group of oil wrestlers stands together, their bodies coated in olive oil as they prepare for their upcoming bouts in Edirne, Turkey, July 2018. Each year, about one thousand wrestlers from across Turkey come to Edirne to compete in the historic Kirkpinar oil wrestling tournament. Photo by Konstantin Novakovic/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanuts Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 10, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts on a hillside in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 10, 2024.

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts in Liuquan village, Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 8, 2024.

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts in Liuquan village, Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 8, 2024.

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts in Liuquan village, Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 8, 2024.

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts in Liuquan village, Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 8, 2024.

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts in Liuquan village, Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 8, 2024.

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

Peanut Harvest in Zaozhuang

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 - A farmer harvests coated peanuts in Liuquan village, Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, Sept 8, 2024.

Summer Farm Work

Summer Farm Work

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - JUNE 19, 2024 - A farmer waters coated peanuts in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, June 19, 2024.

Summer Farm Work

Summer Farm Work

ZAOZHUANG, CHINA - JUNE 19, 2024 - A farmer waters coated peanuts in Zaozhuang city, East China's Shandong province, June 19, 2024.

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen in Singapore's Marina Bay Promenade on May 12, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen near the Singapore River in Singapore on May 18, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen in Singapore's Marina Bay Promenade on May 9, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otter pups are seen near the Singapore River in Singapore on May 19, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen in Singapore's Marina Bay Promenade on May 12, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otter pups learn to swim in a pond next to Singapore's Marina Bay Financial Center on May 12, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen in Singapore's Marina Bay Promenade on May 12, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen near the Singapore River in Singapore on May 18, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otter pups learn to swim in a pond next to Singapore's Marina Bay Financial Center on May 12, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen in Singapore's Marina Bay Promenade on May 12, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otters are seen in Singapore's Marina Bay Promenade on May 9, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

SINGAPORE-WORLD OTTER DAY

(240527) -- SINGAPORE, May 27, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Smooth-coated otter pups are seen near the Singapore River in Singapore on May 19, 2024. World Otter Day is celebrated on the last Wednesday of May, which falls on May 29 this year. (Photo by Then Chih Wey/Xinhua)

CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN NEW AREA-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

CHINA-HEBEI-XIONG'AN NEW AREA-DEVELOPMENT (CN)

(240331) -- XIONG'AN NEW AREA, March 31, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A staff member shows the coated glass with thermal insulation and shading effects at the Xiong'an pilot free trade zone communication and exhibition center in Xiong'an New Area, north China's Hebei Province, March 28, 2024. In April 2017, China announced a plan to establish the Xiong'an New Area, which spans the Rongcheng, Anxin and Xiongxian counties, as well as some adjacent areas in north China's Hebei Province. The new area aims to relieve Beijing of non-essential functions related to its status as the nation's capital, while also advancing the coordinated development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. The country has also vowed to build Xiong'an, dubbed the "city of the future," into an innovative, green, smart and world-class city with blue skies, fresh air and clean water, in line with the country's high-quality development path. (Xinhua/Mu Yu)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Hao Guanxiong prepares for making lacquer coated fan at his studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft.

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Hao Guanxiong prepares for making lacquer coated fan at his studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft.

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Lacquer coated artworks are displayed at Hao Guanxiong's studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft.

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Hao Guanxiong dries lacquer coated fans at his studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft. "I do no

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Hao Guanxiong makes lacquer coated fan at his studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft. "I do not

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- A lacquer coated plate is displayed at Hao Guanxiong's studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft.

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Lacquer coated tea sets are displayed at Hao Guanxiong's studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the craft.

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Melon-seed-shaped lacquer coated pendants are displayed at Hao Guanxiong's studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and pro

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(MASTER OF CRAFTS) CHINA-HUNAN-CHU-STYLE LACQUER COATING ART (CN)

(240229) -- CHANGSHA, Feb. 29, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Lacquer coated drinking vessels are displayed at Hao Guanxiong's studio in Changsha, central China's Hunan Province, Feb. 28. 2024. Chu-style lacquer coating craft took shape during the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.) and the Warring States Period (475 B.C.-221 B.C.). Over the past thousands of years, this oriental craft has been mainly used on wood carving artworks and famous for its complicated making, distinguished styles, varied patterns and saturated colors. In 2011, the craft was listed as one of the national-level intangible cultural heritage. Hao Guanxiong, born in central China's Hubei Province in 1992, is an inheritor of the craft. Fascinated with handmade work and painting since childhood, he was accepted by Chinese master of arts and crafts Liu Bijian as apprentice. Having worked on the craft for over ten years, he finally set up his own brand "Xiaojiaoqi" in Changsha of Hunan Province, aiming to create more artworks and promote the c