In the Golden Age of Chinese Craftsmanship

In the Golden Age of Chinese Craftsmanship

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Status

Released

Release Date

Feb 1, 2008

Runtime

0h 55m

Genres

Documentary

Original Title

盛世里的工匠技艺

Production Companies

National Palace Museum, Taipei

Director

Hou Hsiao-hsien

Description

The essence of progress in civilization has always been handiwork. In traditional Chinese civilization, the emperor was supreme. Vested with the authority to enjoy the best of handiwork, all crafts used for residence, clothing, food, and travel were the most refined and splendid.