sculpture; statue; Buddhist image

sculpture or carved figure, often of a person; portrayal in materials like bronze, marble, or wood

to carve or engrave words or images into materials like wood, stone, or metal

a three-dimensional sculpture carved onto a flat surface where the figures or shapes are raised from the background

The art of carving images or patterns into stone; a work of art created by this process.

the craft or art of carving shapes in wood; an object carved from wood

to cut and polish jade, stones, or other materials; to carve or sculpt; (as a noun) ornate artwork

An art form or finished work created by carving blocks of ice

to carve patterns or designs into wood, stone, or other materials

The art, craft, or process of carving figures and designs into jade stones

To carve and polish something with great care and precision, as in jade or jewelry.

to carve tree roots, burls, or bamboo roots into decorative art

An artist who specializes in creating sculptures.

an artist who specializes in carving or sculpting materials such as wood, stone, or metal

Insignificant talent or skill of no great value; minor accomplishment. Often used as a modest way to refer to one's own literary or artistic work.

to carve or engrave patterns to decorate something; to decorate through carving

A high-grade variety of [[绍兴酒|紹興酒|shao4 xing1 jiu3]]; traditionally stored in jars carved with colorful patterns

literally meaning to shoot two eagles with a single arrow; to accomplish two goals with a single action

China's first comprehensive work of literary theory and criticism, written by Liu Xie during the Liang dynasty. It systematically discusses literary origins, styles, creative processes, and criticism, emphasizing both form and content.

The art of carving snow into shapes; a finished snow sculpture.

to carve or engrave with great detail and precision

Describes a building with elaborately carved beams and painted pillars, emphasizing its richness and splendor

The traditional craft of carving patterns and images into brick, or a finished work of such carving; widely used to decorate tombs, temples, and residential buildings since the Song Dynasty.

The art of carving or sculpting at a microscopic scale; a piece of miniature sculpture.

a carved block of wood or metal used for printing; an engraved printing plate

a group of statues or carvings that form a single artistic work

(abbreviation) city public sculpture; outdoor statues located in urban open spaces

sculptor; engraver; carver

to carve intricate dragon patterns

the art of ivory carving or an object carved from ivory or similar materials like walrus or hippo tusk

A three-dimensional sculpture carved from stone, wood, or metal that stands free and can be viewed from all sides.

a traditional craft of applying multiple layers of lacquer to a metal or wood base and carving decorative patterns into the thick surface while still soft; also used to refer to the finished products

a traditional craft where layers of lacquer are applied to a copper or wood base and carved before drying; also called [[雕漆|雕漆|diao1 qi1]]

a type of sculpture or carving where the background of a relief is hollowed out or pierced through to create decorative open spaces

The art of carving objects from bamboo, or a finished work made this way; also called [[竹刻|竹刻|zhu2 ke4]]

extravagant buildings or a grand palace with intricately carved balustrades and marble stairs; often used to evoke the memory of past imperial splendor

to carve and engrave patterns or designs

carved or engraved ceiling beams

(idiom) clay-sculpted and wood-carved idols; used to describe a person who is motionless, wooden, or expressionless

(idiom) literally "rotten wood cannot be carved," meaning a person is so worthless or stubborn that they cannot be taught or improved; used to describe someone who is beyond help or lacks any potential

an object that has been carved or sculpted; a piece of sculpture

The art of carving or inlaying designs using colored shells; a work of art or handicraft made in this way.

A tool used specifically for carving objects, such as a graver, burin, or stylus; comes in various shapes depending on the type of line being carved.

ornamented pillars and carved beams; used to describe a building that is magnificent and richly decorated

statues carved from wood or modeled from clay; (figuratively) describing a person who is dazed, expressionless, or unresponsive like a statue; a blockhead

A large bird of prey with dark brown feathers and a partially bare neck; feeds on carrion and small animals.

to engrave and apply color

to write in a labored and ornate style; to pile up fancy words and phrases while neglecting content

to carve or engrave with great care; (figuratively) to work on something (such as a piece of writing or art) with meticulous attention to detail