Tuesday, December 19, 2006

"Li Bien" Ornament


In Chinese, the phrase "Li Bien" means "inside". The Li Bien ornament showcases the age old skill of inside painting, which originated in the Qing Dynasty. It has been a respected Chinese art for over 200 years. Each ornament is delicately hand-painted through a tiny opening in the mouth-blown glass. This process requires great skill and deliberation since the image is painted in reverse. Each ornament is a genuine work of art and no two are alike. The result is a beautiful, one of a kind keepsake you will enjoy for years to come.



Secret Santa 12.18.06

1 comment:

J* said...

Wow! That is really beautiful and something I didn't know. Thanks for the post.