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Yi Xuewen(易學文) - Master of Chinese Sword Forging and Culture Promoter | Master Swordsmith in CHEN'S SWORDS 1892
In the world of traditional Chinese sword forging, Yi Xuewen(易學文) stands as a remarkable figure. 
Born in 1981 in Ningxiang, Hunan Province, Yi Xuewen graduated from the Fine Arts major of Hunan Vocational College of Art.
His path in the art of sword making took a significant turn in early 2006 when he became the disciple of the esteemed Mr. Zhou Zhengwu(周正武). Mr. Zhou is an international master of sword casting, a master of traditional Chinese crafts, the driving force behind the revival of traditional Chinese handmade swords and knives in modern times, and the inheritor of the national intangible cultural heritage - Longquan Sword Forging Technique(龍泉寶劍鍛制技藝). Yi Xuewen, as the eldest disciple, embarked on a journey of learning. He started from the fundamentals of smelting and forging, devoting himself to mastering the various techniques of traditional Chinese sword and knife forging. Over the years, he has also been innovative, combining modern science and technology with aesthetics to develop unique sword manufacturing techniques.
Yi Xuewen has had a prominent presence in the media. He has participated in the filming of numerous programs about traditional sword and knife culture for several well-known TV stations. Sometimes accompanying his master and sometimes independently, he has been involved in shows like CCTV's "Travels Across China", "Discovery", "Encyclopedia Exploration", "Treasure Appraisal", "Chinese Treasures", "Great Revelations of Ancient Weapons", and Hebei TV's "I'm Crazy for Art". The fruits of his labor, the swords and knives crafted in cooperation with his master, have received acclaim, winning grand prizes in various arts and crafts award competitions. Moreover, his master's works have had the honor of being presented as national gifts by central leading cadres to foreign heads of state.
In 2016, with the blessing of Mr. Zhou Zhengwu, Yi Xuewen established the Longquan Lianfeng Sword Studio(煉鋒號) in Longquan(龍泉), the renowned hometown of swords. His dedication and the support from his teacher, colleagues, and a large number of sword enthusiasts have enabled him to continuously enhance his skills. He has introduced a diverse range of sword and knife works, each with its own unique style. His efforts have been crucial in the restoration and inheritance of traditional Chinese sword techniques and culture.
Since 2022, Yi Xuewen, now a master in his own right, has joined forces with CHEN'S SWORDS(陳氏劍莊) and Depp CHEN(陳德鵬). Their collaboration aims to share the rich and excellent Chinese sword culture with sword lovers around the globe and produce high-quality, finely crafted swords that will surely captivate enthusiasts and collectors alike. Through his journey, Yi Xuewen has not only honed his craft but also become an ambassador of Chinese sword culture, ensuring its continued existence and growth in the modern world. 
Appreciation of some sword works by Yi Xuewen
