《The Light Holding Peace》 floats upon the Anping Canal, where a crafted bamboo boat evokes memories of the water villages of the past. Beneath the vessel, underwater lights radiate outward, their reflections spreading across the night like blessings unfolding on the river’s surface—symbols of harmony, enduring unity, and lasting peace.
Continuing the historical context of the Five Harbors, the work reflects Anping’s long-standing role as a place where commerce, travelers, and human connections converge. Light and boat exist in mutual resonance: it is both “The Light Holding Peace” and “Anping that gathers light.” Through this interplay, stories of the harbor and shared cultural emotions are transformed into a flowing poetic artwork, drifting gently across the water.