The I.D.D.A bemoans the loss of the Dreamstone history during the 20th-century’s chaos in China. The I.D.D.A seeks to ensure that future generations have access to and information about this art form and those involved with it.
The International Dali Dreamstone Association's Mission
The I.D.D.A seeks to establish methods for standardizing information about the Dreamstones and to set up record-keeping procedures. The goal is to accommodate research, academic studies, and aesthetic study of this art form.
The recent revival of the Dreamstone art form is now being celebrated in China by local, regional, or national venues for competition. Those judged most meritorious under rigorous standards often are awarded prizes, and articles might be written lauding their beauty. The I.D.D.A interacts informally with such competitions to encourage more visibility for Dali Dreamstones. And, just as the I.D.D.A retains an informal relationship with China’s internal marble competitions, so too does the I.D.D.A interact with separate sister organizations that are springing up. The I.D.D.A lauds their efforts on behalf of Dreamstones, coordinates loosely with them, and encourages their efforts without intervening directly.
Dali Dreamstones merit the regard and appreciation of today’s world. The I.D.D.A seeks to help ensure that Dreamstones are seen, appreciated, properly evaluated, and recognized as the extraordinary and unique art form that they are. The I.D.D.A is proud to represent and support this fine art form and gift to the world.
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Promotion
Preservation
The I.D.D.A provides oversight for and protection of the art form itself. Purchasers of Dali Dreamstones need assurance of a standardized frame of reference in order to make informed judgments about the integrity, merit, and commercial value of Dreamstones. Therefore, the IDDA will provide the educational framework, testing methods, and knowledge database to train Dreamstone appraisers. Impartial subject-matter experts will then certify those who successfully complete the I.D.D.A's preparation program and pass the qualifying certification test. The I.D.D.A's frame of reference for evaluating appraisers also can help sister organizations establish consistent standards. The I.D.D.A further seeks to ensure that the Dreamstone providers are appropriately reinbursed for their labors.
Revival
Protection
Dreamstones are more than simply art. They are an integral part of Chinese history, culture, and philosophical outlook. Along with reintroduction of the marbles the to Chinese people and to the Western world, the I.D.D.A intends to share and document as much of Dreamstone history as can be reconstructed so that future generations retain that knowledge.
Education
Advocacy
The I.D.D.A can be the international voice for sister organizations that are making an effort to promote Dreamstones within China. The I.D.D.A will advocate for Dali Dreamstones through such media as publications, articles, exhibitions, and public speaking opportunities.
The I.D.D.A seeks a voice for the stone masters who cleave these incredible pieces of art from blocks of stone. Their remarkable skills deserve recognition and appreciation. The art form also deserves recognition and appreciation on the world’s art scene.
