"Woven Dreams: Prayers of Modernity" blends traditional Hakka patterned band with contemporary themes, enhancing the charm of Sam Tung Uk Museum, a 200-year-old monument.
Step back in time at Sam Tung Uk, a charming Hakka village boasting over two hundred years of rich history. Declared a monument in 1981, this vibrate locale was transformed into the “Sam Tung Uk Museum” in 1987, displaying the fascinating heritage. In 2016, the “Hong Kong Intangible Cultural Heritage Centre” was established here to enhance visitors’ understanding and awareness of intangible cultural heritage.
Hong Kong's renowned knot designer, Zoe Siu, has adorned the exterior walls of this typical Hakka house with a modern look by "Woven Dreams: Prayers of Modernity". She was captivated by the vibrant patterns of the "Caimen" at the centre of the main entrance, a triangle wood-carved panel that embodies the Hakka people's blessings and wishes for a good life. Zoe beautifully combines wish-making tradition with auspicious themes, such as the traditional peony pattern symbolising wealth and butterflies representing longevity. She also incorporates modern symbols of luck, like the fortune cat, and items representing love blossoming, such as avocados. By skillfully employing the intricate weaving techniques of Hakka patterned bands, she amplifies these auspicious patterns on the contemporary structures, mimicking the form of the colourful Caimen at the entrance of Sam Tung Uk.
Together, the elements on the pieces created by Zoe celebrate the rich tapestry of Hakka culture and Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage, while intertwining modern influences to create a unique and captivating composition filled with vibrant colour.
Hong Kong's renowned knot designer, Zoe Siu, has adorned the exterior walls of this typical Hakka house with a modern look by "Woven Dreams: Prayers of Modernity". She was captivated by the vibrant patterns of the "Caimen" at the centre of the main entrance, a triangle wood-carved panel that embodies the Hakka people's blessings and wishes for a good life. Zoe beautifully combines wish-making tradition with auspicious themes, such as the traditional peony pattern symbolising wealth and butterflies representing longevity. She also incorporates modern symbols of luck, like the fortune cat, and items representing love blossoming, such as avocados. By skillfully employing the intricate weaving techniques of Hakka patterned bands, she amplifies these auspicious patterns on the contemporary structures, mimicking the form of the colourful Caimen at the entrance of Sam Tung Uk.
Together, the elements on the pieces created by Zoe celebrate the rich tapestry of Hakka culture and Hong Kong’s intangible cultural heritage, while intertwining modern influences to create a unique and captivating composition filled with vibrant colour.
