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Buddha triumphing over Mara, 900–1000
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An Introduction to Buddhism

Grade Level: 
Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12), College and Beyond
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Background Information
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Buddhism has deeply influenced the character and evolution of Asian civilization over the past 2,500 years. It is based on the teachings of a historical figure, Siddhartha Gautama, who lived around the fifth century BCE. As it moved across Asia, Buddhism absorbed indigenous beliefs and incorporated a wide range of imagery, both local and foreign, into its art and religious practices. Buddhism continues to evolve as a religion in many parts of the world.

Xieyi
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A Visual Vocabulary of Brushstrokes

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Elementary School (4-5), Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12), College and Beyond
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Background Information
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In Chinese brushpainting, the artist can achieve a multitude of effects by varying such factors as the speed and pressure applied to a brush, the size and type of brush, the amount of moisture, the manner in which different shades of ink or colors are loaded onto the brush, the angle at which the brush is held, and the type of paper or silk used for painting.These examples, drawn from the museum’s collection, represent some of the more common techniques.

How to Hold a Brush
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An Introduction to Chinese Brushpainting Techniques

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Elementary School (4-5), Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12), College and Beyond
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Background Information
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Experience for yourself the art of brush-and-ink painting. Begin by learning how to hold the brush. Once you feel comfortable, experiment by applying varying degrees of pressure, speed, and moisture. Finally, create your own brushpainting masterpiece.

Silk Road Map 300 BCE–100 CE
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Mapping the Silk Road (lesson)

Grade Level: 
Middle School (6-8)
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Lesson or Activity
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30 minutes
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Students analyze objects from South Asia, West Asia, and China to connect to the travel experiences of ancient merchants and traders, develop an understanding of the breadth of the land and sea trade, and explore how art and ideas travel and change over time and place.

A Walk through the Chinese Galleries
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A Walk through the Chinese Galleries

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Middle School (6-8), High School (9-12), College and Beyond
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Video
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0:29:39
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A video tour of the Asian Art Museum’s collection galleries highlighting ceramics, jades, bronzes, paintings, and Buddhist arts representing some six thousand years of Chinese culture and tradition. Filmed in former museum location (prior to 2003) in Golden Gate Park. Presented by Brian Hogarth.

 

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