Gold and silver inlay craftsmanship is one of the exquisite decorative techniques in ancient Chinese metalwork, originating from the Bronze Age in China. It first appeared on bronze vessels during the Shang and Zhou dynasties and was primarily used as decorative patterns on various bronze objects, including vessels, chariots, and weapons. Inspired by painting, this technique uses bronze as the basic background and substitutes gold and silver color for the painting materials, achieving a beautiful and intricate pattern effect on bronze objects
The Symbolism of the Gaiwan Teacup
The lid represents the heavens, the base represents the earth, and the bowl itself symbolizes humanity. Together, they convey the harmony of heaven, earth, and mankind.
