Bamboo as Boat: Restoration of Bamboo Craftsmanship in Jiangnan Decorated Boats of the Ming and Qing Dynasties

  • XIE Kexin ,
  • LI Yuting ,
  • ZHANG Yihao ,
  • et al
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  • Ship and Maritime College,Guangdong Ocean University,Zhanjiang 524088,Guangdong,China

Online published: 2026-05-29

Abstract

With the rapid development of the times, as people’s awareness of environmental protection improves and their national cultural identity strengthens, bamboo boats, as an ancient ship made of natural material “bamboo” as the primary building material, have high promotional value. This paper takes the cultural and historical heritage of bamboo boats and traditional craftsmanship as its foundation. By dissecting the typical structure, materials, and key techniques of bamboo boats, this study identifies characteristics of traditional craftsmanship such as structural looseness, water seepage, and short lifespan. Subsequently, by combining modern bamboo craftsmanship, this study achieves high sustainability value, making bamboo materials renewable and low-carbon. The paper details the process of creating bamboo boat models, specifically focusing on decorated boat models, to integrate the historical context of ancient shipbuilding techniques into modern contexts and enhance students’ cultural confidence.

Cite this article

XIE Kexin , LI Yuting , ZHANG Yihao , et al . Bamboo as Boat: Restoration of Bamboo Craftsmanship in Jiangnan Decorated Boats of the Ming and Qing Dynasties[J]. Ocean Engineering Equipment and Technology, 2026 , 13(2) : 17 -24 . DOI: 10.12087/oeet.2095-7297.2026.02.03

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