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Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Workshop in a Historic Shanghai Alley
Step away from the buzz of downtown Shanghai and slip into a quiet art studio hidden in one of the city's historic alleyways. Here, you'll be introduced to luódiàn, the centuries-old Chinese craft of mother-of-pearl inlay.
Traditionally used to decorate lacquerware and furniture for emperors and scholars, this delicate art form transforms natural shell fragments into shimmering patterns that catch the light in magical ways.
In this hands-on workshop, a local artisan will guide you through each step of the process, from selecting shell pieces to arranging and embedding them into your own design. You'll create a unique piece of jewelry — a pendant, brooch, or accessory — that you can take home as both a keepsake and a story to share.
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Mother-of-Pearl Jewelry Workshop in a Historic Shanghai Alley