As a son of the representative inheritor of Dongyang Bamboo Weaving, He Hongliang has not only inherited exquisite craftsmanship and special techniques, but has also skillfully integrated these traditions into everyday orders, fueling the long-lasting popularity of bamboo weaving artworks among a more diverse range of consumers.
He Fuli in his eighties is a representative inheritor of Dongyang Bamboo Weaving rooted in Dongyang City of east China's Zhejiang Province.
Over 60 years of dedication to bamboo weaving have transformed He Fuli from a novice craftsman into a national-level bamboo weaving master.
Ever since childhood, He Fuli's two sons have been learning bamboo weaving. Now, they're the mainstays of the bamboo weaving workshop.
"During early visits to the Forbidden City, I studied the Fanhuang bamboo carving and swastika patterns, which we gradually incorporated into our products. The results were excellent," said He Hongliang, elder son of He Fuli.
In addition to the masterpiece "Miles-long Dowry," He Hongliang and his father have created round boxes and baskets symbolizing happiness.
Incorporating both Fanhuang bamboo carving and swastika patterns and motifs, these have become popular wedding gifts.
"These products are needed tomorrow for a wedding. The baskets are meant to be passed down through the generations. They feature bamboo mats with the swastika patterns, a royal motif, symbolizing health. Dongyang people used to rent these items for weddings, but now they're affluent enough to purchase and pass them down through generations. With orders flooding in, there's plenty of work to go round. With the popularity of the artworks, the preservation of the bamboo weaving craft can be guaranteed," He Hongliang said.
China's traditional bamboo weaving artworks become more popular by adding ancient glamor
China's traditional bamboo weaving artworks become more popular by adding ancient glamor
