Art & Aesthetics
337 articlesLu Jiuyuan
Lu Jiuyuan (1139-1193) was a prominent Chinese philosopher and educator who founded the School of the Mind (Xinxue) during the Southern Song Dynasty.
Wu Zetian
The only woman to rule China in her own right as emperor, establishing the Zhou dynasty.
Thousand Character Classic
A Chinese classic text consisting of 1000 characters used for teaching literacy and moral values.
The School of the Military (Bing Jia)
The School of the Military refers to ancient Chinese military strategists and their philosophical approach to warfare.
Shu Embroidery
Shu Embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery style from Sichuan Province, renowned for its vibrant colors and three-dimensional effects.
Xiang Embroidery
Xiang Embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery style from Hunan Province, renowned for its vivid imagery and distinctive techniques.
The Book of History (Shang Shu)
The Book of History is one of the Five Classics of ancient Chinese literature, containing documents and speeches from early Chinese history.
Book of Rites
The Book of Rites is a collection of texts describing the social forms, administration, and ceremonial rites of ancient China.
Four Great Inventions of Ancient China
The Four Great Inventions—papermaking, printing, compass, and gunpowder—profoundly influenced global civilization.
Dunhuang City
Dunhuang is a historic city in Gansu province, renowned for its ancient Silk Road heritage and cultural significance.
Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms
A period of political fragmentation in China from 907 to 979 following the fall of the Tang Dynasty.
Blue and White Porcelain
Blue and white porcelain is a renowned Chinese ceramic tradition characterized by white pottery decorated with blue pigment under a transparent glaze.
Tang Poetry
Tang poetry represents the golden age of Chinese poetry, characterized by diverse forms, rich themes, and exceptional artistic achievement.
Lanzhou Beef Noodles
A traditional Chinese noodle dish originating from Lanzhou, known for its distinctive preparation methods and cultural significance.
Zhang Qian
Chinese diplomat and explorer who played a crucial role in opening the Silk Road during the Western Han Dynasty.
Beijing Opera Facial Makeup
A distinctive form of theatrical makeup in traditional Chinese opera with symbolic colors and patterns.
Suzhou Embroidery
Suzhou Embroidery is a traditional Chinese embroidery art with over 2,000 years of history, renowned for its delicate craftsmanship and artistic excellence.
Chinese painting
Chinese painting (guohua) is an art form utilizing brush and ink to emphasize expressive line, tonal variation, and philosophical harmony with nature.
Laba Festival
The Laba Festival is a traditional Chinese holiday celebrated on the eighth day of the twelfth lunar month with cultural significance and various customs.
Tai Chi Chuan
A traditional Chinese martial art practiced for both defense and health benefits, combining martial arts techniques with Qigong.