Greater China

06:00, 07:00, 08:00 BST13:00, 14:00, 15:00 CST13:00, 14:00, 15:00 HKT

In a time of rapid economic growth and cultural change, China’s Create Day segment shines a spotlight on those devoted to preserving its ancient crafts and ensuring their future.

K11 Craft & Guild Foundation work with artisan makers whose specialist craft skills date back to the late Ming dynasty, Crafts on Peel in Hong Kong fosters collaborations between traditional craftspeople and contemporary designers and Gallery by SOIL continues the legacy of lacquering techniques, for which the region is renowned.

Discover the extraordinarily rich history of Chinese artistry through a variety of video demonstrations, including jade carving, woodblock printing and papermaking.