An artist draws mother-of-pearl lacquerware patterns, which include intricate flowers, swirling leaves, birds poised to fly and contain auspicious meanings in Chinese culture. [Photo/VCG]

An artist colors mother-of-pearl lacquerware at a workshop in Qingdao West Coast New Area on July 13. [Photo/VCG]

Photo taken on July 13 shows an artist at a workshop in Qingdao West Coast New Area creating mother-of-pearl lacquerware, which is a traditional Chinese lacquerware art that originated in the Tang Dynasty (618-907).

Treasured as a centuries-old art form, mother-of-pearl lacquerware is an exquisite work of art admired for its illuminating colors and intricate patterns. [Photo/VCG]

A hostess promotes mother-of-pearl lacquerware via livestreaming platforms in Qingdao West Coast New Area on July 13. [Photo/VCG]