Lighthouse — Intangible Cultural Heritage, Flower and Grass Palace Lantern

The "Grass and Flower Palace Lantern" is a contemporary art form that combines the craft of flora and fauna with the art of lantern making. Constructed with a bamboo framework and handcrafted floral paper, these lanterns are meticulously pieced together and glued. The floral paper itself is crafted using ancient papermaking techniques, a process with a history of over 1400 years, originating from the Miao ethnic group in China. The lanterns, with their origins dating back to the Han dynasty and widespread popularity by the Song dynasty, are especially distinguished by their integration of this ancient paper art. This results in a lantern that not only illuminates but also embodies the refined elegance of traditional craftsmanship, showcasing a romantic vintage charm. 

The non-heritage "Grass and Flower Lantern" is not just aesthetically pleasing but also carries profound cultural connotations and historical significance. By merging traditional handcrafting skills with modern aesthetics, it presents the unique allure of Chinese culture, bringing the traditional object into our lives and lighting up a distinctive national trend with its charm

Students are led to truly understand the flower lantern, to bring it into life, and to light up a different natural scene of this tradition object in this new word.