Art & Aesthetics
466 articlesLegalism
Legalism was an influential school of Chinese philosophy during the pre-Qin period that emphasized law, state power, and administrative methods.
Seal Cutting
The traditional Chinese art of seal carving, a cultural heritage combining calligraphy and engraving.
Shadow Puppetry
Shadow puppetry is an ancient Chinese art form using translucent leather figures to create animated stories on a screen.
Go (Weiqi)
Go is an ancient board game that originated in China over 4,000 years ago and has become a popular strategic game worldwide.
Terracotta Warriors
The Terracotta Warriors are a collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang, the first Emperor of China.
Hubi (Huzhou Brush)
Hubi, also known as Huzhou brush, is a renowned traditional Chinese writing brush from Huzhou, Zhejiang province, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Traditional Chinese Medicine is a comprehensive medical system with a history spanning thousands of years, based on ancient philosophical concepts and clinical experience.
Cantonese Embroidery
Cantonese Embroidery, one of China's Four Great Embroideries, is a traditional handicraft with over a thousand years of history originating from Guangdong Province.
Logicians School
The Logicians School was a philosophical tradition in ancient China focused on logic, language, and epistemology.
Cloisonne Craft
Traditional Chinese enamel craft known as Jingtailan, featuring colored enamel separated by copper wires on copper bodies, originating in the Yuan Dynasty and peaking during the Ming Jingtai era.
Dizi (Chinese Flute)
The dizi is a traditional Chinese bamboo flute with a rich history spanning over 7,000 years.
Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival is a traditional Chinese festival celebrated on the 15th day of the first lunar month, marking the end of Chinese New Year celebrations.
Su Shi
Su Shi was a prominent writer, poet, calligrapher, and statesman of the Song Dynasty, renowned for his literary achievements and political career.
Tangyuan (Rice Dumplings)
Tangyuan are traditional Chinese rice dumplings served in sweet broth, symbolizing family reunion and consumed during festivals.
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.
Chinese Paper Cutting
Chinese paper cutting is a traditional folk art form with over 1,500 years of history, recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Mid-Autumn Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a traditional Chinese celebration marking the harvest moon and family reunion.
Cloisonné
Traditional Chinese enamelware art form known for its vibrant colors and intricate craftsmanship.
Mozi
Mozi was an ancient Chinese philosopher and founder of Mohism, emphasizing universal love, anti-aggression, and scientific reasoning.
Han Fei
Han Fei was a Chinese philosopher who developed the syncretic Legalist philosophy during the Warring States period.