Bronzas Mājas piederumi · 2026
Ivory Veil Dekoratīvs objekts
by Xiaoge Zang
- Bronzas balva A' Design Award 2026 in Mājas piederumi
- CLIENT: BeiHang University
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 5,416
- Verification code EDC50F438C · Verify this award
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About Ivory Veil Dekoratīvs objekts
Ivory Veil ir dekoratīvs objekts, kas izgatavots no vara un dabīgās lakas. Forma atgādina grebtu ziloņkaulu, taču dzīvnieku izcelsmes materiāli netiek izmantoti. Vara serdenis tiek formēts, gruntēts un pēc tam pārklāts ar aptuveni 150 plāniem dabīgās lakas slāņiem. Kad virsma ir nožuvusi, tajā tiek iegrebti baložu un peoniju motīvi, un tā tiek pulēta, līdz kļūst gluda. Objekta garums ir 71 centimetrs, platums 23 centimetri un augstums 38 centimetri. Ivory Veil izmanto tradicionālu ķīniešu amatniecības tehniku, kurai draud izzušana, un piedāvā ilgtspējīgu alternatīvu, kas atbalsta savvaļas dzīvnieku aizsardzību.
About the Bronzas balva A' Design Award
Ivory Veil Dekoratīvs objekts ir Bronzas balvas A' Design Award ieguvējs, ļoti prestiža atzinība, ko piešķir izciliem dizainiem, kas izceļas ar radošumu, atjautību un viedumu. Bronzas ieguvēji ir pietiekami prasmīgi un pārsteidzoši radoši darbi, kas apliecina to dizaineru plašo pieredzi, iztēli un izdarību. Sagaidāms, ka Ivory Veil Dekoratīvs objekts būs augsti vērtēts, apbrīnots un cienīts priekšmets, ievērojami profesionāls un inovatīvs. Šis ar Bronzas balvu apbalvotais dizains iekļauj labāko praksi mākslā, zinātnē, dizainā un tehnoloģijās un izceļas ar uzmanību detaļām. Ivory Veil Dekoratīvs objekts lieliski apmierina vajadzības, skar vēlmes, valdzina jūtas un piesaista zinātkāri.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- This is a display item made of natural lacquer crafted using ancient Chinese techniques and shaped like ivory. It is not made of real ivory, but rather a combination of copper and lacquer materials that recreate the appearance of ivory. The craftsmanship involved is complex, and even in China, it faces the risk of being lost. Its texture is close to real ivory, and the patterns also adopt traditional Chinese artistic forms.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Its length is 71 centimeters, width is 23 centimeters, and height is 38 centimeters.
- Tags
- Traditional Chinese Culture, Carved Lacquerware, Sculpture, Decorative Object, Intangible Cultural Heritage, Artwork, Ivory Form, Wildlife Protection
- Production Technology
- First, the lacquer collected from the tree is prepared. Then, the copper material is shaped into an ivory-like form, and a layer of primer is applied to the prepared copper surface. After the primer dries, multiple layers of natural lacquer are applied, ensuring each layer is smooth and accumulating to a thickness of about 150 layers. Once the lacquer layers are dry, tools are used to carve on the lacquer surface. Finally, the surface of the workpiece is polished to ensure smoothness.
- Design Challenge
- Lacquer trees are found deep in the mountains, and only a few drops of sap can be collected from each tree. Most people are allergic to lacquer, making the collection process extremely challenging. Very few people know how to make lacquer, and there are almost no reference books available. The lacquer will not cause allergy until it is completely dry. However, lacquer dries very slowly, requiring more than a year from the time of sap collection to the completion of the artwork.
- Research
- This is applied material and craft research. The objective was to recreate the beauty of ivory without using animal material. The method combined visual study, material comparison and making tests. Research tools included literature review, sketching, carving and surface-finishing trials. Prototype experiments examined form, texture and visual effect. The result showed carved lacquer could achieve an ivory-like elegance ethically. The project shows how traditional craft can support wildlife protection and inspire sustainable design.
- Inspiration
- To protect wildlife, we reject the use of real ivory. Yet ivory has long been admired for its artistic beauty, which inspired this project to recreate that elegance through a sustainable alternative. Chinese carved lacquer, made from natural lacquer resin, can be shaped freely and developed with a texture and visual softness close to ivory. This led to a carved lacquer object that echoes the form and refinement of ivory without using animal material.
- Project Duration
- Launched in Beijing in February 2023, and completed in May 2024.
- Operation Flow
- The object is meant to be viewed closely and appreciated from different angles. As the viewer lifts or turns it gently, the carved dove and peony motifs, layered lacquer surface, and ivory-like texture become more visible. The interaction is quiet and reflective rather than mechanical. It performs better by combining symbolic imagery, rich detail, and a smooth tactile quality, creating a deeper visual and emotional experience.
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Creator Xiaoge Zang, White Carved Lacquer Artwork, 2024.
Image #2: CreatorXiaoge Zang , White Carved Lacquer Artwork, 2024.
Image #3: CreatorYutong Wang , White Carved Lacquer Artwork, 2024.
Image #4: Creator Huanxi Wang, White Carved Lacquer Artwork, 2024.
Image #5: CreatorYutong Wang, White Carved Lacquer Artwork, 2024.
Video Credits: Video Creator Xiaoge Zang ,White Carved Lacquer Artwork, 2024.
