Protection and development of Xiaogan carved paper-cuts
Xiaogan carved paper-cutting, as a national folk culture, is the labor creation and wisdom of working people for thousands of years. It is the language and art of national sentiments, conveys traditional ideas and ancient culture, and records the long history of paper-cutting art. The tortuous development process carries the artistic essence of past dynasties and brings together the creative achievements of different periods, just like the historical corridor of carving and paper-cutting art.
We have no reason or excuse not to protect this folk art treasure of Jingchu land. We must do a solid job in protecting and inheriting it, earnestly implement the spirit of the report of the 17th National Congress of the Communist Party of China, deeply understand its spiritual essence, and promote social progress. With the great development and prosperity of socialist culture, we should further promote traditional folk culture, protect intangible cultural heritage, actively carry out excavation and collection work, classify, organize and archive the obtained information, establish a paper-cutting talent information archive, and carry out carvings The paper-cut works are collected, compiled into a book, and published. Paper-cut training classes are held regularly to widely disseminate the art of paper-cut. We are far-sighted and future-focused, and vigorously cultivate new artists so that the art of Xiaogan carved paper-cut will be passed on to successors and be passed on forever.
In-depth implementation of the Scientific Outlook on Development, in line with the purpose of "protection first, rational utilization", some carved paper-cut art works will be developed into commodities to enter the market, realize their economic value, and expand the application scope of Xiaogan carved paper to beautify the bedroom. It is a fine decorative item, an art treasure for collectors, a valuable gift for givers, and a souvenir for tourists, integrating it into all aspects of social, economic, and cultural life, and penetrating into every corner of peoples lives, making this ancient folk art treasure The new brilliance makes Xiaogan carved paper-cutting, a national intangible cultural heritage, more closely connected and connected with the advanced socialist culture with Chinese characteristics, becoming a folk art wonder with both rich historical and cultural heritage and distinctive characteristics of the times.
