Phoenix Stone Carvings

Phoenix Stone Carvings

　　　Stone carving is one of the traditional folk crafts in our county. It is prominently reflected in handicrafts such as stone seats, stone drums, stone lions, stone dragons, stone figures, and stone tables. With the development of the market economy and the rise of tourism, the production of stone carvings has also flourished, and the craft, which had been neglected for decades, has once again become popular in the market. In the ancient city of Phoenix, there are now several businesses dealing in stone carvings, the most significant of which are stone steles. The renowned stone carver Chen Qiyi has created a large number of stone carving works in recent years, including the "Nine Dragons Playing with Clouds on the Imperial Path" at the Dacheng Hall, which is his masterpiece. His stone carving art is exquisitely detailed, with masterful knife work, clear lines, and uniquely ingenious compositions, making it a true cultural gem of the ancient city.