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Decoration with Gold on Huizhou Chinese Ink

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Why do this?

Decorating with gold the legendary Huimo ink is a unique experience, combining artisanal luxury with an ancient literary tradition.

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Highlights

  • Work with authentic Huimo ink sticks from Huizhou, renowned for their quality, the finest material for Chinese calligraphy and painting.
  • Its creation is not merely decorative, but a fully functional art tool.
  • Do this activity at the historic Hu Kaiwen factory in Shexian, surrounded by the smell of soot and the authenticity of a centuries-old craft.

Tour Features

Best Time: All year round
Soft Adventure
Cultural Live Show

Details

Visit the legendary Old Hu Kaiwen Ink Workshop in Shexian County, the birthplace of the renowned Hui ink stick (Huimo) - a cultural treasure with over a thousand years of history and an essential part of China's "Four Treasures of the Study". Here, you will not only see how this treasured art is made, but also decorate your own piece using one of its most refined techniques: gilding (miaojin).

Using an extremely fine brush, you will delicately trace designs in gold powder or gold leaf onto the smooth, dark surface of a pressed ink stick. You can choose traditional motifs - a dragon, a plum blossom, or an auspicious character - to bring to life. Each stroke requires a steady hand and deep concentration, revealing a brilliant pattern against the black backdrop.

The result is a work of art with dual value: a beautiful decorative object and a fully functional tool for calligraphy. It is one of the most personal and meaningful ways to connect with China's highest literary traditions - a piece of cultural heritage made by your own hands.

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