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Inheriting millennial construction techniques, creating hundreds of timeless masterpieces.
Signature Works
Ji General Archway
Ji General Memorial Archway Relocation
In 2006, the westward relocation project of the Han Dynasty Ji General Memorial Archway commenced. The complex mortise-and-tenon structure, unique appearance, and sophisticated antique techniques made many craftsmen hesitant. Dong Xiaoquan rose to the challenge, using his meticulous spirit and superior skills to restore the archway to its original glory.
Challenge
Complex mortise-and-tenon structure, unique design, extremely high technical difficulty for the entire relocation
Solution
Disassembled components had to be restored to original positions without nails or bindings, preserving the original appearance
Project Significance
Gained recognition through this project, earning the opportunity to restore Maiji Mountain Grottoes Pagoda
Maiji Pagoda
Maiji Mountain Grottoes Pagoda
Maiji Mountain Grottoes is one of China's four major grottoes. The pagoda restoration required extremely high craftsmanship standards. Dong Xiaoquan earned this opportunity through his demonstrated skills in the Ji General Archway project, successfully completing this significant cultural heritage protection project.
Challenge
World Cultural Heritage level restoration requirements, demanding the highest professional standards
Solution
Strict adherence to cultural heritage restoration standards, combining traditional crafts with modern technology
Project Significance
Established professional status in the ancient architecture restoration field
Nanshan Pagoda
Nine-Story Nanshan Buddha Sarira Pagoda
The Nine-Story Nanshan Buddha Sarira Pagoda is a landmark building of Tianshui. The wooden antique-style pagoda features an octagonal design with dougong brackets and upturned eaves, embodying the Ming-Qing architectural style. The interior structure and exterior form are harmoniously integrated, complementing Tianshui's urban architectural style.
Challenge
Structural stability of a nine-story pagoda, integrating wooden antique style with modern building codes
Solution
Day and night dedication on site, perfectly combining traditional timber construction with modern building technology
Project Significance
Became a landmark of Tianshui city, embodying the profound historical and cultural heritage
Fuxi Temple
Fuxi Temple Stele Corridor and Square
In 2015, participated in the construction of pavilions and corridors for Fuxi Temple Square. Fuxi Temple is a nationally protected cultural heritage site, dedicated to worshipping Fuxi, the ancestor of Chinese civilization. During this project, Dong Xiaoquan not only completed the stele corridor and square buildings but was also deeply attracted by the exquisite structure of Xiantian Hall, spending one and a half years creating its miniature model.
Challenge
Construction within a national heritage site, requiring high coordination with existing architectural style
Solution
In-depth study of Fuxi Temple architectural style, ensuring new construction harmonizes with historical buildings
Project Significance
Completed square construction while creating the masterpiece miniature model of Xiantian Hall
City God Temple
Tianshui City God Temple
Tianshui City God Temple is an important part of Tianshui's ancient city, carrying profound folk cultural heritage. The restoration project led by Dong Xiaoquan brought new life to old timber while preserving the historical appearance and ensuring structural safety and functionality.
Challenge
Severely aged wooden components requiring restoration while protecting heritage
Solution
Principle of authentic restoration, bringing old timber back to life
Project Significance
Successfully preserved this important folk cultural heritage
Panlongshan Theater
Panlongshan Theater, Xihe County
The Panlongshan Theater in Xihe County, designed and built by Dong Xiaoquan in 2012, is an exemplary work of traditional theater architecture. This project won the Second Prize for Craftsmanship at the 12th Gansu Arts and Crafts Baihua Award, representing official recognition of his architectural skills.
Challenge
Theater buildings have special requirements for acoustics and visual effects
Solution
Integrating traditional theater building wisdom with modern construction technology
Project Significance
Won Second Prize at the 12th Gansu Arts and Crafts Baihua Award
Bingling Temple
Bingling Temple
Bingling Temple Grottoes is an important cultural heritage on the Silk Road, inscribed as a World Cultural Heritage Site in 2014. The restoration project participated by Dong Xiaoquan restored the solemnity of its timber structures, representing one of his highest-level heritage protection projects.
Challenge
World Cultural Heritage level restoration standards, high international attention
Solution
Strict adherence to international heritage protection guidelines, employing traditional craftsmanship
Project Significance
Contributed to the protection of World Cultural Heritage
Xiantian Hall Model
Fuxi Temple Xiantian Hall Miniature Model
During the 2015 Fuxi Temple Square construction, Dong Xiaoquan was deeply fascinated by the exquisite structure of Xiantian Hall. He meticulously crafted this miniature model over one and a half years, following the actual building proportions. The model clearly shows the curve of upturned eaves, layers of dougong brackets, and inscriptions as fine as mosquito legs, demonstrating exquisite miniature craftsmanship.
Challenge
Proportionally accurate replication with extremely high detail requirements
Solution
One and a half years of painstaking work, meticulously crafting every component
Project Significance
Became a representative work showcasing Qinzhou ancient construction techniques
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Nanguo Temple Bell and Drum Tower
Houzhai Mosque
Tianqing Jiayuan Roofing
Wuwei Liangzhou Hotel
Ningxia Guyuan Dragon King Temple
Lanzhou Baita Mountain Antique Street
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Memorial Archway - Qinzhou
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