Furnishing a career steeped in heritage

Making seats that suit today's needs while honoring tradition, Li Yingxue reports.

Editor's note: Traditional arts and crafts are supreme examples of Chinese cultural heritage. China Daily is publishing this series to show how master artisans are using dedication and innovation to inject new life into heritage. In this installment, we unveil the timeless beauty of Chinese wooden furniture.

The smooth, timeworn contours of a wooden chair seem to whisper tales from another era. Along its armrests, the elegant curves embody centuries of mastery, each line an echo of the artisans who crafted it.