Seoul exhibition honors Korea’s master artisans

“The quiet rhythm of scissors slicing through silk, the sharp bite of chisels into aged wood and the rhythmic tightening of knots will soon resonate within a Seoul exhibition hall. Starting next week, some of Korea’s most accomplished traditional artisans will pull back the curtain on their workshops, offering a rare glimpse into the ancestral techniques that define the nation’s cultural identity. The Korea Heritage Service and the Korea Heritage Agency announced Thursday the launch of “Gongdeulim,” a special joint exhibition running from May 21 to Aug. 21 at the National Intangible Heritage Center in southern Seoul. The showcase is dedicated to the labor and philosophy of masters who have spent decades preserving crafts that are increasingly rare in a digitized world. Bringing together 12 artisans representing 11 state-designated intangible heritage crafts, the exhibition spans a diverse range of disciplines, from the delicate art of embroidery and decorative knotting to the robust traditions of woodcraft and musical instrument making. It also features the specialized fields of

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