“Logging,” a woodcut created by Li Qun in 1941, portrays two men engaged in the process of cutting down trees. One man wields an axe, while the other prepares to push over a felled tree. Symbolising labour and industry, the woodcut highlights the physical exertion and manual labour required in logging. It reflects the hardworking nature of the people of China during that time. Overall, “Logging” by Li Qun serves as a depiction of the industriousness and dedication of workers in the logging industry.

Childhood 1912-1930
A village childhood Li Qun’s roots trace back to a quaint mountain village, an enclave characterised by a mere six courtyards and ten households in its nascent years. This hamlet, situated in Lingshi County, Shanxi Province, earned its identity as Hao Jia Zhang. Positioned to the east of Fenhe River,































