Application of Traditional Rhinoceros Skin Lacquer Craftsmanship in Lamp Design

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to explore the application of traditional rhinoceros skin lacquer craft in modern lamp design, aiming at inheriting and promoting this traditional craft, while giving modern lamps more cultural connotation and aesthetic value. The article is based on the questionnaire method, collecting and analyzing 545 valid responses. This data provides a theoretical basis for creating lacquer wall lamps.
The research findings can be summarized as follows:
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The results showed that most respondents believed rhinoceros skin lacquer represents exquisite craftsmanship, features unique textures and colors, and embodies rich cultural significance. Many appreciated its aesthetic appeal, with the natural texture sparking imagination. A majority expressed a strong willingness to integrate rhinoceros skin lacquer into modern lighting design, being open to both natural and synthetic materials. Most respondents valued the price of lighting, considering RMB 200–500 to be an ideal price range.
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Create a group of rhinoceros skin lacquer lamps. Through the innovative design of rhinoceros skin lacquer lamps and lanterns, we can not only inherit and carry forward this ancient craft, but also inject new inspiration and vitality into modern lamps and lanterns design, promote the innovation and development of lamps and lanterns design, and provide new ideas and methods for the inheritance and development of rhinoceros skin lacquer craft.