The developed hairpins are more durable and lightweight than the traditional silver Three Knives while retaining the traditional spirit. [Photo provided by Li Weiyi/for chinadaily.com.cn]

Lin Xianzhou, the intangible cultural heritage inheritor of the Fuzhou bodiless lacquerware embellishment craft, utilizes the technique of vermilion lacquer and gold painting on wooden hairpins, enabling the integration of the two traditions and achieving a harmonious coexistence.

Guo Yanqi contributed to this story.