ARCHIVE 001

THE ANCIENT FORESTS OF DALI

Hidden between Cangshan Mountains and Erhai Lake, Dali carries centuries of memory through wood, textile, metal and ink. This archive follows the hands of local artisans — from carved guardians and hand-dyed fabrics to delicate silverwork and natural pigments — preserving the quiet spirit of a land where craftsmanship grows alongside nature.

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FIELD DISCOVERY

Artifacts Discovered During The Journey

This archive brings together four objects chosen to represent the living heritage of Dali. The wooden guardian reflects the region’s traditional beliefs and protective symbols, while the hand-dyed scarf captures the ancient textile practices shaped by natural colors and local landscapes. The silver filigree peacock combines delicate metal craftsmanship with the elegance of Bai cultural motifs, and the one-of-a-kind natural ink artwork preserves the atmosphere of Cangshan and Erhai through organic materials. Together, these pieces reveal Dali not only as a place of beauty, but as a landscape where memory, craft and nature continue to meet.

ARTIFACT COLLECTION

The Objects Within This Archive

Each object carries a fragment of place, craftsmanship and memory.

ARTIFACT 01

Ancient Guardian of Prosperity

DALI

The Dali Wa Mao — A Mythic Anchor for the Modern Space Artifact ID: Dali Wa Mao (The Roof Cat)Expedition Source: Bai People, Dali, Yunnan (25.69°N, 100.16°E)Material: 100% Solid...

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ARTIFACT 02

Artisan Hand-Dyed Scarf

DALI

Artisan Hand-Dyed Scarf — A Wearable Piece of Dali’s SoulOrigin: Zhoucheng Village, Dali (Expedition Site: 25.92°N, 100.04°E)Material: 100% Premium Natural FiberDye: Hand-fe...

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ARTIFACT 03

Silver Filigree Peacock & Indigo Shibori Magnet

DALI

Silver Filigree & Indigo Shibori — A Collision of Elements Artifact ID: Silver Filigree Peacock & Indigo MagnetDimensions: 12cm x 9cmExpedition Source: Dali & Heqing...

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