Diligently preserving the craft

Having gone through many ups and downs, there were times when the Dai Hung pottery kiln (Chanh Hiep ward) seemed on the verge of closing down, but then, driven by a love for the craft and a sense of responsibility to its ancestors, the kiln was relit; and pottery jars, pots, and other containers continued to be produced.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, artisans at Dai Hung pottery kilns diligently preserve their traditional craft, which is over 160 years old. Photo: Nguyen Minh Man

With a history spanning over 160 years and formerly classified as a provincial-level historical and cultural relic in Binh Duong province, Dai Hung pottery kiln remains one of the few places that still preserves traditional handcrafted production methods. From simple and familiar raw clay, after processing to remove alum and impurities, the clay is mixed with water, kneaded thoroughly, and left to ferment, becoming a thick, pliable paste. Thanks to the skillful and rhythmic hands of the artisans, this paste takes shape into various products.

Every day, Dai Hung pottery kiln produces approximately 300 products of various types. These products are not only distributed and consumed in the Southwestern region of Vietnam but are also exported to some neighboring countries such as Cambodia and Thailand. Notably, this is also an interesting tourist destination for visitors who want to experience a traditional craft village that is over 160 years old.

QUYNH YEN

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/can-man-giu-nghe-post854134.html