Village of talented hands

Photo: Hai Vuong, Le Thang January 22, 2019 18:10

(Baonghean.vn) - Despite the development of modern technology and the hustle and bustle of life outside, Tru Son pot village still maintains its own identity with its clay turntables, traditional kilns and the skillful hands of artisans.

Ảnh: Hải Vương
Tru Son pot village (Do Luong) is famous for its beautifully handcrafted clay pots. The villagers have been involved in the meticulous work of earth, water and fire for many generations. Photo: Hai Vuong
Ảnh: Hải Vương
Under the talented hands of Tru Son people, earthen pots are regularly produced, becoming famous products nationwide and exported to neighboring countries. In the past, raw clay was taken from fields, but now due to high production demand, Tru Son people use soil taken from the hills. Photo: Hai Vuong
Ảnh: Hải Vương
Mrs. Nguyen Thi Hoang is 80 years old this year but still works for a pot factory. Despite her advanced age, Mrs. Hoang's skills have not faded. Every month she works regularly 30 days, making 2000-3000 clay pots. Photo: Hai Vuong
Ảnh: Hải Vương
Like Ms. Hoang, Ms. Nguyen Thi Khanh, despite being 83 years old, still maintains her traditional profession. Tru Son people have associated cows with the pot-making profession for many generations. Women like Ms. Hoang and Ms. Khanh started their profession at the age of 20. Photo: Hai Vuong
Ảnh: Hải Vương
The love of terracotta is passed down through generations. Tru Son children grow up every day with the turntables and the skillful hands of their grandmothers and mothers. Photo: Hai Vuong
Ảnh: Hải Vương
Tru Son pots are famous for their good quality and simple but beautiful designs. From a product carried by street vendors throughout the villages, Tru Son clay pots have now become custom-made products. Photo: Hai Vuong
Ảnh: Lê Thắng
It can be said that these pots and round lids have become a part of Tru Son's flesh and blood. Photo: Le Thang
Ảnh: Hải Vương
Despite the hustle and bustle of life and the reputation of the craft village, Tru Son still retains the image of a quiet, peaceful village and the beauty of labor passed down from generation to generation. Photo: Hai Vuong

Photo: Hai Vuong, Le Thang