Kwok Kee Woodware Sculpture, Hong Kong

Lonely PlanetJul 27

Visit Hong Kong

Sixth-generation specialist in carving wooden deity sculptures.

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Po Lin MonasteryPlace of worshipMonastery on Lantau Island with Kwok Kee's work.
Kam Fat MahjongPlaceOne of the last places hand-carving mahjong tiles.
Linva TailorPlaceTailor who made cheongsams for 'In the Mood for Love'.
Shanghai TangPlaceThe brand is known for its luxury homeware collection and fine bone china.
Bo Wah EffigiesPlaceCrafts detailed replicas of contemporary life for offerings.
Kwok Kee Woodware SculpturePlaceSixth-generation specialist in carving wooden deity sculptures.
Tin Hau TemplePlace of worshipTemple where Kwok Kee's deity statues can be found.
Hawk Advertising CompanyPlaceMak Kam-sang paints Hong Kong's red minibus destination signs.
Master Wong Kin-wahPlaceSenior neon artisan with close to 70 years of experience.
QipologyPlace

Kwok Kee Woodware Sculpture