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The Kite
The kite,a Chinese invention,has been praised as the forerunner of the modern aeroplane.In the pavilion of aircraft of the National Aeronauties and Space Museum,Washington D.C.,a plaque says,the earli...
Cloisonne
Cloisonne,in which China excels,is known as jingtailan in the country.It first appeared toward the end of the Yuan Dynasty in the mid-14th century,flourished and reached its peak of development during...
Fancy Lanterns
Fancy lanterns,a special handicraft product of Chinese tradition,are widely used for decorations in the country on festivals and holidays,on weddings and other personal celebrations. On the whole,they...
The Shadow Show
The shadow show or leather silhouette play is a type of drama which has its roots in China. Legend has it that Emperor Wudi(156-87 B.C.)of the Western han was depressed with the death of his favourite...
Potted Landscapes
China is the homeland of the potted or miniature landscape.The art began about 1,200 years ago during the Tang Dynasty(618-907 A.D.)and has been known under various names.An indoor decoration of refin...
Brick Sculpture
Bricks carved with patterns in relief were used for decorative purposes on the exterior of old houses-mansions of officials and the rich,shrines and temples,landscape buildings in parts.They are also ...