In the Golden Age of Chinese Craftsmanship
MovieTitle | 盛世里的工匠技艺 |
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Release date | Feb 1, 2008 |
Genre | Documentary |
Director | Hou Hsiao-hsien |
Production country | TW |
Production companies | National Palace Museum, Taipei |
Run time | 55 min. |
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.