Gift Fair opens in Beijing

The 17th Beijing International Fair of Gift, Craftwork and Furnishings opened in Beijing, Tuesday. Innovative designs are featured in most of the exhibits. Let's see what's new.

This exquisite crystal craft is a favourite of the Swedish royal family. The hand-made productions also are popular in Beijing. (Photo: CCTV.com)

This exquisite crystal craft is a favourite of the Swedish royal family. The hand-made productions also are popular in Beijing. This "latest" trend in glassware, however, is strongly influenced by the ancient Chinese imperial tradition - as is evident in the styling of this tea set.

The set is produced entirely under the royal standard of the Qing Dynasty,about 360 years ago.(Photo: CCTV.com)

An exhibitor said, "The set is produced entirely under the royal standard of the Qing Dynasty,about 360 years ago."

Another highlight of the fair are the electronics products - for example, these speakers - diverse in shape and function.

An exhibitor said, "You can connect your movable disc and even your iPod to it. It's a digital speaker designed for better acoustic effects."

It's hard to believe these are telephones. The exhibitor says if you're disturbed by a late night call, the caller's phone number will appear, displayed on the wall. Whether it's cutting edge technology or innovations on the imperial tradition, the fair offers visitors a glimpse of coming trends at the International Trade Center in Beijing.