NUOTOTEM

HUYONGWU

Nuo Mask Intangible Cultural Heritage InheritorRepresentative Work: 《Twelve‑Dragon Nose》

Millennial Nuo Heritage

Totems of Eastern Intangible Art

Heritage Nuo‑Carving

Intangible‑cultural‑heritage Nuo‑Mask Carving CraftWith a history of more than 3,000 years, Guizhou Nuo‑mask carving is a pure‑handcraft skill. Each mask goes through over 20 manual‑made procedures, from log selection, rough carving, fine engraving, polishing to hand‑painting. Every cut shapes its unique spirit, inheriting the ancient folk culture of China.

Product Series

NUO TOTEM

Nuo‑mask is a precious intangible cultural heritage rooted in ancient sacrificial rituals. With deep‑seated humanistic meanings, it serves for home blessing, evil‑dispelling and festive performances.

We provide three collections: natural‑wood masks retaining original timber texture, hand‑painted masks restoring vintage patterns, and fully‑custom‑made pieces. Hand‑carved with heritage craftsmanship, Nuo Totem passes down this ancient art and brings the oriental totem to global audiences.

Natural‑Wood Nuo Mask
Unpainted, keeping the original texture of timber. Pure and primitive, ideal for collectors who love natural craftsmanship.
Hand‑Painted Nuo Mask
Decorated with vintage patterns by hand. Restoring classic colors, symbolizing blessing and protection.
Custom‑Made Nuo Mask
Personalized Nuo‑mask service. Share your creative ideas, and we will hand‑carve your exclusive one‑of‑a‑kind totem.

Nuo-Mask Craftsman

Hand‑carved Traditional Nuo Art

HU YONGWU

A well‑known Nuo‑carving heritage craftsman in Zhouguan Village, Anshun, Guizhou. Limited by after‑effects, he taught himself carving skills decades ago and founded the Nine‑Dragon‑Nose Workshop. Famous for his masterpiece Twelve‑Dragon‑Nose Nuo‑Mask, he sticks to full‑hand‑made work. Inheriting the 600‑year‑old Tunpu craft, he devotes himself to passing on the precious Nuo culture.