Value Construction and Contemporary Transformation of Huizhou Lacquer Art from the Perspective of Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection

Abstract

Under the framework of China trying to preserve intangible cultural heritage and reinvigorate the local culture, Huizhou lacquer art is faced with serious challenges. It is one of the significant bearers of the Huizhou culture. Its value reconstruction and modernization need both theoretical consideration and practical experiments. The research applies an interpretivist perspective. The study is based on the analysis of secondary data. The paper has made use of available literature and historical records. It also utilizes the work done in the areas of design, economics and sociology.

The systematic review presented in the research is on the historical evolution of Huizhou lacquer art. Its cultural implications and techniques are discussed within it. With this method, the paper will try to explain the modern-day importance of Huizhou lacquer art and its possible lines of rejuvenation. It also scrutinizes the shortcomings of existing studies related to value positioning and industrialization processes. This paper, based on the construction of a niche value evaluation system of Huizhou lacquer art, discloses the mechanism of influence of cultural connotation, transformation path and market acceptance, and offers modern strategies of transformation that can be balanced with cultural authenticity and modern adaptability. The research will offer both theoretical and practical paradigms of protection and innovation of local ICH and traditional crafts.