Ductile Iron Square Art Manhole Cover Size 700*865*100mm Cover
Origin and Development
Foreign Origin: In Europe at the end of the 20th century, some artists began to
try to use manhole covers as a creative carrier, combining artistic
creation with the urban environment. Since then, creative square
manhole cover paintings have been widely spread around the world.
Domestic Development: my country's creative square manhole cover paintings began in the
early 21st century. In recent years, with the advancement of urban
beautification projects and people's pursuit of artistic
aesthetics, it has gradually become an important part of urban
cultural construction.
Production process and materials
Drawing: You can use waterproof acrylic paint and other materials to first
draw a sketch on the manhole cover, then gradually fill in the
color, add details, and finally complete the pattern drawing.
Carving: Carving on manhole covers made of stone, metal and other
materials, presenting artistic effects through the carving of lines
and patterns, such as stone Chinese art manhole covers are embossed
line graphics on natural stone.
Inlay: Inlay materials of different colors and materials into the manhole
cover to form exquisite patterns, such as some manhole covers will
be inlaid with colored glass, ceramic pieces, etc.
Printing: Using special printing technology, the designed pattern is printed
on the manhole cover. This method can ensure the clarity and color
vividness of the pattern.
Design theme
City culture and history: The city's iconic buildings, historical events, celebrity stories,
etc. are used as themes. For example, the Great Wall and the
Forbidden City may appear on the manhole covers in Beijing, showing
the city's cultural heritage.
Natural scenery: Depicting local natural landscapes, such as mountains, rivers,
lakes, forests, etc., so that people can also feel the beauty of
nature in the city. For example, Shizuoka Prefecture at the foot of
Mount Fuji in Japan has a manhole cover with the theme of Mount
Fuji scenery.
Animals and plants: The local characteristic animals and plants are
used as patterns. For example, Hakodate in Hokkaido is rich in
octopuses, and octopus patterns will be painted on the manhole
covers to reflect local characteristics.
Art and culture: Incorporating various art forms and cultural elements, such as
comics, music, dance, etc. As a country of comics, Japan has many
manhole covers with comic elements.
