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The Sun
13 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
How a Chinese Copper Art Workshop from Jiande Win Hearts, Applause in Florence
FLORENCE, ITALY - Media OutReach Newswire - 11 June 2025 - From April 25 to May 1, the 89th Florence International Handicraft Fair in Italy was held. Tongshifu, a company from east China's Jiande City, stood out among more than 530 exhibitors worldwide with its exquisite copper artworks and received extensive attention. At the dazzling booth of Tongshifu, every piece, from delicate and compact copper gourds to magnificent statues of Guan Gong, an ancient general known for his loyalty and bravery in battles, demonstrates a high level of artistry by taking the traditional lost-wax copper casting technique as the core and integrating modern aesthetics and cultural elements. The sculpture of Bumblebee from 'Transformers,' in particular, is an eye-catching Tongshifu collaboration with an internationally renowned IP. Using the high-temperature coloring technology for copper materials, it restores the mechanical texture and heroic fighting posture of the movie character, winning thumbs-up from numerous audiences. These exquisitely crafted, vivid, and well-balanced artworks not only carry forward the time-honored inheritance of Chinese copper art but also convey the vitality of modern innovation. Behind the stunning debut of Tongshifu at the fair lies the unremitting efforts of Jiande, where its headquarters is located, in painstakingly forging and cultivating cultural enterprises over the years, which have breathed new life into local traditional culture. Founded in 2014, Tongshifu faced many problems, such as a shortage of funds, in the initial stage of its business. Keenly aware of the start-up's problem and potential, the local government of Jiande took the initiative to assist the enterprise in applying for specific supportive funds totaling over 4 million yuan, a timely boost to the development of the start-up. Meanwhile, Jiande has attached great importance to highlighting cultural inheritance, which is the soul of Tongshifu's success. In 2020, Jiande conducted in-depth visits to Tongshifu to explore the value of the traditional techniques behind it, and helped the lost-wax copper casting technique of Tongshifu to be recognized as a local intangible cultural heritage. In 2024, the lost-wax copper casting intangible cultural heritage workshop was selected as the second batch of provincial-level projects in Zhejiang. This has not only continuously enhanced the brand cultural connotation of the enterprise but also attracted broader attention to this ancient technique. The ability of Tongshifu to reach the global stage of the Florence International Handicraft Fair benefits from the charm of the intangible cultural heritage behind it, as well as the accumulation and breakthrough of its design aesthetics, technological innovation, and cultural integration capabilities. As early as 2021, Jiande held a cultural and creative design competition, encouraging enterprises to showcase the development of the times with traditional techniques. Jiande is known for hosting the Xin'anjiang Hydropower Station, China's first large-scale hydropower station. The local government collaborated with Tongshifu to develop a copper relief painting of the hydropower station, setting a successful example of modern expressions of traditional culture. Today, thanks to continuous launches of new artworks with both artistic and collection value, Tongshifu has become a well-known brand with annual sales of hundreds of millions of yuan and 5 million fans. The lost-wax copper casting technique has a complex process and high costs, with each artwork requiring an independent wax mold, and the production process taking 30 to 45 days. In fact, for an enterprise like Tongshifu to shine on the world stage, it relies not only on the inheritance of culture, technological breakthroughs, and expressions of the times but also on the patient, meticulous, and dedicated cultivation and support of the local government.
The Star
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
'Bumblebee' actress Hailee Steinfeld marries football player Josh Allen
The couple has been together about two years. Photo: AP Bills Mafia has a new queen. Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen and actress Hailee Steinfeld married Saturday in what People described as a "gorgeous California wedding." Allen, 29, and Steinfeld, 28, both are California natives. The couple has been together about two years. Allen proposed last Nov 22 in Malibu, California, during the Bills' bye week. The couple shared photos of the waterfront proposal, surrounded by flowers and candles, on Instagram. Allen enters the 2025 season as the reigning NFL Most Valuable Player. He credited Steinfeld for her support when he received the award at the NFL Honors ceremony in February in New Orleans. "You've been my rock, you're my best friend. I would not be standing on the stage if it weren't for you," Allen said to Steinfeld, who was watching from the crowd. Steinfeld is known for a variety of movie roles, including in the Pitch Perfect franchise, Bumblebee and the voice of Gwen Stacy in the Spider-Man films. She starred in the 2025 release Sinners . – Reuters
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New York Governor congrats ‘power couple' Josh Allen, Hailee Steinfeld on wedding
The post New York Governor congrats 'power couple' Josh Allen, Hailee Steinfeld on wedding appeared first on ClutchPoints. Following their wedding, New York Governor Kathy Hochul congratulated Buffalo Bills star Josh Allen and Hailee Steinfeld on their marriage. She took to X, formerly Twitter, to quote post Pop Base's post about Allen and Steinfeld's wedding. 'Congrats to a real New York power couple,' she wrote with Bills red and blue heart emojis. 'Go Bills.' Of course, Allen is the quarterback of the Bills, one of New York's football teams, and Hochul wants to show her support of the star. Over the last few days, photos have surfaced of Allen and Steinfeld's wedding. In the pictures, Steinfeld is wearing an elegant white dress with matching sleeves on her arms. Her hair appeared to be pulled back. Allen, meanwhile, was wearing a classy black tuxedo. Their wedding comes months after their engagement. Allen proposed to Steinfeld during the Bills' bye week in November 2024, and they have now tied the knot. Allen and Steinfeld have been together since 2023. While they do not receive as much attention from the media as Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, they are another one of the NFL's high-profile couples. It has been quite a year for Allen. He won his first-ever NFL MVP for his 2024 campaign, during which he threw for 3,731 yards, 28 touchdowns, and six interceptions. He added another 531 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns on the ground. Allen also had a receiving touchdown as well. However, the Bills were eliminated from the playoffs by Allen's biggest rival, Patrick Mahomes, quarterback of the Kansas City Chiefs. He is now 0-4 against Mahomes in the playoffs despite having a 4-1 record against him in the regular season. Now, Allen is heading into his eighth season in the NFL. The Bills are hoping to get over the hump and win a Super Bowl with Allen as their signal-caller. Steinfeld is on a hot streak of her own. She was just seen in Sinners with Michael B. Jordan. Sinners is Ryan Coogler's latest feature film, and it has grossed over $350 million worldwide at the box office. She has also had roles in other blockbusters, such as Bumblebee and the Spider-Verse series. Steinfeld will soon return to voice Gwen Stacy in Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse. Her breakthrough came when she starred in Pitch Perfect 2. She launched an acting and music career with that performance. Her other notable roles include ones in The Edge of Seventeen, Ender's Game, and Hawkeye.
Mint
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen marry in low-key ceremony - here's what to know about their massive net worth
Singer and actor Hailee Steinfeld has officially tied the knot with NFL star Josh Allen in an intimate ceremony, marking a major milestone in the couple's long-time relationship. While the wedding was low-key, the couple's combined financial success is anything but. At just 28, Steinfeld holds an estimated net worth of $25 million. Her career spans film, music, fashion, and business. Known for her breakout roles in 'Pitch Perfect 2,' 'Ender's Game,' 'Bumblebee,' and most recently the hit Ryan Coogler film 'Sinners', Steinfeld has built a strong foothold in Hollywood. She's also made her mark in music, signing with Republic Records and releasing chart-topping hits like 'Capital Letters', 'Starving', and 'Love Myself.' Over the years, she's worked with music industry giants like Joe Jonas and Zedd. Listen to Hailee's hit song 'Capital Letters' here: Beyond entertainment, Hailee Steinfeld has found success in fashion and endorsements. She began her journey with Miu Miu in 2011 and has since partnered with major labels such as Prada, Louis Vuitton, and CORE Hydration. She even launched a lifestyle newsletter, 'Beau Society', to connect with her fans. On the other hand, Josh Allen's net worth stands at a staggering $66.1 million. The Buffalo Bills quarterback recently signed a six-year, $330 million contract—making NFL history with $250 million guaranteed. He also ranks 32nd on Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes. Allen earns $60.1 million from salary and winnings alone, with an additional $6 million from endorsement deals with brands like Nike, Pepsi, and New Era.
Mint
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Hailee Steinfeld and Josh Allen marry in low-key ceremony - here's what to know about their massive net worths
Singer and actor Hailee Steinfeld has officially tied the knot with NFL star Josh Allen in an intimate ceremony, marking a major milestone in the couple's long-time relationship. While the wedding was low-key, the couple's combined financial success is anything but. At just 28, Steinfeld holds an estimated net worth of $25 million. Her career spans film, music, fashion, and business. Known for her breakout roles in 'Pitch Perfect 2,' 'Ender's Game,' 'Bumblebee,' and most recently the hit Ryan Coogler film 'Sinners', Steinfeld has built a strong foothold in Hollywood. She's also made her mark in music, signing with Republic Records and releasing chart-topping hits like 'Capital Letters', 'Starving', and 'Love Myself.' Over the years, she's worked with music industry giants like Joe Jonas and Zedd. Listen to Hailee's hit song 'Capital Letters' here: Beyond entertainment, Hailee Steinfeld has found success in fashion and endorsements. She began her journey with Miu Miu in 2011 and has since partnered with major labels such as Prada, Louis Vuitton, and CORE Hydration. She even launched a lifestyle newsletter, 'Beau Society', to connect with her fans. On the other hand, Josh Allen's net worth stands at a staggering $66.1 million. The Buffalo Bills quarterback recently signed a six-year, $330 million contract—making NFL history with $250 million guaranteed. He also ranks 32nd on Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes. Allen earns $60.1 million from salary and winnings alone, with an additional $6 million from endorsement deals with brands like Nike, Pepsi, and New Era. Together, Steinfeld and Allen represent not just a power couple in love, but a financial powerhouse worth over $90 million.
