Woodcarving (Nantong Rosewood Carving) Nantong rosewood carving has a long history, exquisite skills, rich varieties, and a wide range of themes. It has long been famous at home and abroad. In the 1950s, there was a saying: "Look at Jiangsu for rosewood in the country, and look at Nantong for Jiangsu rosewood." This shows the influence of Nantong rosewood carving in the country. Since the beginning of the new century, after the unremitting efforts of several generations, Nantong rosewood carving has made great progress in inheritance and development and achieved remarkable results. Nantong is home to many masters and skilled craftsmen in the rosewood carving industry. There are currently 4 Jiangsu Province Arts and Crafts Masters. It is the city with the most carving masters in Jiangsu Province. There are also a group of senior arts and crafts masters and folk crafts masters. These craftsmen have formed a solid force for Nantong rosewood carving. In various competitions and activities held across the country, Nantong's rosewood carving artists have won many awards, fully demonstrating the superior skills of Nantong rosewood carving.