About Us

  • ZIQI STUDIO was founded by Liu Zhixiang.
  • Zi stands for inheritance, representing the continuous spirit of craftsmanship.Qi means lacquer, the ancient oriental art and soul of our brand.

Our Brand Values

  • Art is ever-changing, undefined, and needs no definition.

MEET Liu Zhixiang
  • Representative works: Sanxing of Ancient Shu, Ox Head Sacrifice, Fusion of Spirit and Void Realm.

  • My main research focuses on lacquer art, including lacquerware, lacquer paintings, and lacquer accessories. I specialize in lacquer art creation and development using comprehensive materials and techniques.
  • The charm of lacquer art lies not only in its exquisite craftsmanship but also in its profound cultural heritage. During my studies, I gradually progressed from being unskilled to proficient in techniques. Every application of lacquer and every brushstroke allows me to experience the delicacy and sophistication of lacquer art.

  • In the production process, traditional techniques such as lacquer coating, painting, and inlay are employed to showcase the unique allure of lacquer art. Each procedure requires patience and meticulousness. For instance, repeated grinding and polishing demand extreme care; the slightest oversight can compromise the final result

Media Interview

Interviewed by CCTV-2 (China Central Television) in 2025.

Discover elevated design

Ox Head Sacrifice

The ox is one of the sacrificial offerings presented to the gods, praying that they may bestow happiness and well‑being upon the people, help them overcome hardships and difficulties in production and daily life, protect them from disasters, and thus bring prosperity to humans and livestock, bumper harvests of grain, and a peaceful and stable life for all.

Fusing Spirits in the Void Realm

External circumstances influence one’s state of mind, while the mind and spirit in turn regulate human perception and expression of the external world, forming a phenomenon of integration and mutual resonance.

Concept Derivation of Fusing Spirits in the Void Realm

Pieces that only get better with time and wear

Ladder to the Clouds, Up and Down

The reclamation, irrigation and cultivation of terraced fields embody rich experience and wisdom, which have been passed down through generations to sustain the continuity of ethnic culture.

Sanxing of Ancient Shu

The Golden Sun Bird and the Bronze Masks are outstanding representatives of ancient Chinese civilization, vividly reflecting the distinctive and profound cultural connotations of the ancient Shu region.

Lacquer Art Research & Development