Chuon Ngo village, located in Chuyen My commune, Phu Xuyen district, Hanoi, boasts a rich history of mother-of-pearl craftsmanship. Despite the ebb and flow of history, this traditional craft has been preserved and developed over generations. (Photo: VNA)
Placing mother-of-pearl pieces on wood before the carving process. (Photo: VNA)
Sketching detailed designs on shells and mollusks (Photo: VNA)
The art of mother-of-pearl inlay requires precision, patience, and exceptional skill. (Photo: VNA)
A showcase of products from artisan Nguyen Dinh Hai’s family in Chuon Ngo Village. (Photo: VNA)
Famed Chuon Ngo mother-of-pearl craft village
Chuon Ngo Village, located in Chuyen My commune, Phu Xuyen district, Hanoi, boasts a rich history of mother-of-pearl craftsmanship. Despite the ebb and flow of history, this traditional craft has been preserved and developed over generations.