Chinese Narcissus Carving Art Form and Appreciation

Author: China Flower and Bonsai Fujian Station
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: Narcissus is one of China's top ten famous flowers and is also the provincial and municipal flower of Fujian Province, a renowned overseas Chinese hometown, and Zhangzhou City. During the Spring Festival period, it is widely cultivated by overseas Chinese and ethnic Chinese across the country. This book introduces nearly 100 exquisite narcissus carvings recently launched by Zhangzhou narcissus carvers in Hong Kong and mainland China, using colorful images and concise text. It vividly shows readers that the fragrant and elegant narcissus, with its carefully carved bulbs, can transform into lively and diverse graceful shapes, enhancing its charm when paired with the flowers. The book not only displays works for appreciation but also provides practical techniques and methods for beginners in the art of shaping and carving narcissus. It is both aesthetically pleasing and highly practical, making it worth reading.