Beijing Hotels-Nearby Charcoal Carve Shop

Entering the shop, i was attracted by the promotion board, "Purifying Art", as people nowadays getting more and more attention on environment protection.

At first glance, it is just a souvenir shop selling those carved vases, trays and hangings. But all the black artworks make me know they are not made by usual porcelain but active carbon.

Golden and black charcoal carve is created completely by hand and is molded with the active carbon forming technique. Blended in the spirit of antique totem civilization, the golden dragon and colorful phoenix or lotus of riches is either grand or delicate, all as if alive and vigorous. The materials that the vase body is made of can absorb impurities  and poisonous gas, thus purifying the air in the room, Thus the item has two functions: art that prays for happiness and health as well as safety for ever.

Price ranges from car hanging at RMB 60 to large dragon-carved vase of RMB 9999. Shop assistant could not speak English and bargain is not customary. A 10 percent off is offered to those spend over RMB 10000 in the shop.