Recently, the results of the 2024 World Crafts Council (WCC) Award of Excellence for Handicrafts, organized by UNESCO and WCC, were announced. Among the 12 winning entries from China, Shandong master craftsman Ren Bo's colored-glaze work, Beetle series, received the prestigious Award of Excellence. The series was recognized for its exquisite craftsmanship, stunning design, and blend of traditional Chinese culture with global development concepts.

Embedded within an aluminum frame, the piece can be both displayed as an art object or hung as a decorative piece. [Photo/WeChat account: zibowenhualvyou]

Combining glass with precious metals like gold and silver, the piece not only showcases the unique texture of glass but also captures the metallic sheen of beetles. [Photo/WeChat account: zibowenhualvyou]