ICH Masters Directory

From Craft to Keepsake: The Timeless Charm of Chinese Velvet Flower Brooches
From Craft to Keepsake: The Timeless Charm of Chinese Velvet Flower Brooches
Discover the history, craftsmanship, and symbolism behind Chinese velvet flower brooches—delicate heirlooms handcrafted with centuries-old artistry. Read more...
Inside Suzhou Embroidery: The Ancient Craft Behind Modern Luxury
Inside Suzhou Embroidery: The Ancient Craft Behind Modern Luxury
Discover the story of Suzhou embroidery—China’s most refined silk art. Explore its 2,000-year history, ultra-fine techniques, double-sided masterpieces, and why this ancient craft continues to define modern luxury. Read more...
An elderly master artisan's hands assembling a traditional Chinese hand-folded fan, representing the living heritage and meticulous craftsmanship of this intangible cultural heritage.
More Than a Fan: The Timeless Art of a Chinese Hand-Folded Masterpiece
Discover the elegant art of the Chinese folding fan. Made by Master Wu Wei using family traditions, each fan can be personalized. It’s a piece of culture you can hold... Read more...
A master artisan's hands applying lacquer to a mother-of-pearl inlaid jewelry box, demonstrating the living heritage of Chinese lacquer art.
Two Lacquer Ancient Arts, One Masterpiece
Meet Master Chen Cong Master Chen Cong is a guardian of traditional Chinese artistry. For over twenty years, he has dedicated his life to preserving and perfecting two exquisite crafts:... Read more...
The hands of Suzhou embroidery inheritor Meiling Li meticulously working with silk thread, demonstrating the delicate art of a 2,000-year-old craft.
Meiling Li and Suzhou Embroidery: A Story of Heritage, One Stitch at a Time
Meiling Li, a Suzhou embroidery artist, mastered double-sided and dual-color embroidery, carrying forward this heritage stitch by stitch. Read more...