Xipi-2

Xipi-2

Code: HONG012

Artist: HONG Yidong

Materials: Natural lacquer, hemp cloth, tile ash

Size: H58mm x φ108mm

Year: 2019

Xipi is one of the unique decoration techniques in Chinese art of lacquer, literally 'rhinoceros skin'. The patterns are created through a thick layer of lacquer which is manipulated into an uneven surface. Thin layers of multi-coloured layer will then be applied to the surface. After repeating polishing, the desired fluid patterns will be revealed.