Background Information
Formats of Chinese Painting
Learn more about the various formats of Chinese painting.
Background Information
Learn more about the various formats of Chinese painting.
Activity
Artwork
Dancer, approx. 618–700. China Tang dynasty (618–906). Painted earthenware. The Avery Brundage Collection, B60P305.
Background Information
Calligraphy is considered to be one of the most important art forms in Chinese culture. Only in Islamic art does calligraphy also rank so highly.
Lesson
In groups, students will research and present information about the First Emperor’s accomplishments and legacy.
Artwork
Flowers, 1615, by Xue Susu (1564-1637). China; Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Handscroll; ink on paper. Museum purchase, B66D22.
Video
Explores ancient Buddhist cave shrines in China, including why the sites were created and the major sponsors and patrons.
Artwork
Central Asian wine peddler, approx. 618–906. China, Henan province. Molded and sculpted earthenware figure with three-color glaze. The Avery Brundage Collection, B60P521.
Background Information
Buddhism was founded in northern India in the sixth century BCE. Most historians believe it was introduced to China in approximately the second century by means of monks and traders along the Silk Road.