Woodblock printing was invented in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). As this art form developed and became more and more popular among Chinese people, its content and functions also increased.
Yang Naidong, 62, an inheritor of the traditional woodblock new year printing art, worked diligently at his work station. Using a small hammer, he carefully positioned wooden blocks, applied paint, ...
Yangjiabu woodblock new year prints have a history of over 600 years ... The "Zao Wang" print, a key figure in Chinese New Year celebrations that guards against disasters and brings blessings ...