Clay Figure Zhang stands as a prominent example of clay sculpture (泥塑 nísù) in China. Artisans begin with carefully selecting pliable clay from riverbanks and processing it through twelve meticulous steps (步骤 bùzhòu), including sun-drying, sieving and pounding. Using hand-molding techniques alongside specialized tools like pressing blades, they capture lifelike expressions with precision. After natural drying, the figures are painted with mineral pigments, ensuring the colors remain vibrant for

A section of the Great Wall (长城 Chángchéng) is presented in exquisite detail as it snakes along hilly terrain in this clay (陶土 táotǔ) relief sculpture. #Craftsmanship #Fun | Learn Chinese