National Gallery of China Ruimao Copper Art Inheritance of Intangible Cultural Heritage Traditional art and traditional craftsmanship symbiosis9

In the field of architectural decoration, Copper Doors have always been favoured for their unique charm and excellent quality. Today, we understand the classification of copper doors from four key dimensions.

From the point of view of the production process, copper doors are mainly divided into cast copper doors and forged copper doors. Casting copper doors through the mould pouring, can achieve complex and exquisite carving patterns, very artistic; forged copper doors are hand-hammered by craftsmen, smooth and natural lines, texture and strength at the same time.

According to the use of the place, can be divided into copper door and courtyard copper door. Entry copper door is the home of the ‘face’, not only to have excellent security and anti-theft properties, but also beautiful atmosphere, highlighting the owner's taste; courtyard copper door is more focused on the integration of the surrounding landscape, to create a harmonious and unified atmosphere.

According to the decorative purposes, there are luxury decorative and simple practical copper doors. The former complex modelling, often with exquisite relief, hollowing process, showing luxury; the latter to clean lines, the pursuit of practicality and cost-effective.

From the type of copper, divided into Pure Copper doors and copper alloy doors. Pure copper door made of copper, warm colour, pure texture; copper alloy door is added to other metals, enhanced corrosion resistance and hardness, more durable.

Different types of copper doors have their own characteristics, to meet the diverse needs of people. Whether it is the pursuit of artistic beauty, or focus on practical function, can find the right one for their own copper door, for home space to add a unique charm.