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The flames of Phuoc Kieu bronze casting village

Translated by CAM HY Apr 22, 2024 14:45

(QNO) - Phuoc Kieu bronze casting village (Dien Phuong ward, Dien Ban town, Quang Nam province) with a 400-year journey is still thriving.

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Make leaf mold.

For over 400 years, blending with the flow of the times, craftsmen and artisans in the village have refined copper casting methods to create unique products meeting consumer preferences.

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Weld the iron frame to protect the mold casing.

Stunning and diverse products, from ritual objects to artistic masterpieces, are crafted by artisans and young craftsmen, who persistently maintain the ember of tradition over time.

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Decorative pattern carving.
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Metal weighing.
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Mold heating
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Metal alloying
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Pouring molten bronze into the mold
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Finely cooling and perfecting the product.

Translated by CAM HY