Chen Hesheng shows a miniature thermos which is as big as a fingernail. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
Chen Hesheng, 69, is a local Nanjing resident whose predecessors have lived there for 300 years. After his retirement, he picked up carpentry.
Every morning the first place he goes to is his workshop. At first he made some small wooden spoons and scoops, and then created miniature wooden farm tools and utensils. Later, Chen turned his focus to fast disappearing professions. He said that he wants to preserve the old memories as many old professions are disappearing.
Miniature wooden furniture made by Chen Hesheng. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
A miniature wooden wheelbarrow made by Chen Hesheng. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
Chen Hesheng shows a miniature wooden spinning wheel. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
Chen Hesheng makes wooden items using a saw which he has used for 52 years. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
Chen Hesheng shows a miniature wooden bench. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
A miniature tea stove made by Chen Hesheng. (Photo/Asianewsphoto)
