The art of seal engraving is a cornerstone of Chinese fine arts.

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Even though those understanding the complex characters are ever fewer, the art of seal engraving is still practised by both professionals and amateurs.

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The Seal Engravers Society of Xiling in Zhejiang Province, central China, which was founded a century ago, preserves the art of seal engraving along with approximately a hundred other specialized institutions.

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