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China

Discover the vibrant culture, architecture, and art of China, a nation that boasts a rich history and diverse traditions. Located in Asia with Beijing as its capital, China is home to over 1 billion people and has significant trade relations with the U.S. Explore unique aspects of Chinese architecture, including the Great Wall and traditional building styles characterized by colorful designs and protective elements. Delve into the world of Chinese art, from ancient brush paintings to intricate calligraphy and ceramics, reflecting the beauty and depth of this remarkable culture.

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China

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  1. China World Cultures 6

  2. Where in the world is China?

  3. It is…

  4. For a better view…

  5. General Information • located in Asia • capital: Beijing • 2008 Olympics • Pop: over 1 billion • Major trade between China and the U.S.

  6. General Information • We have a sister school district in China…! • Binhu School District

  7. Chinese Architecture • What is architecture? • It is the art of constructing buildings. • Buildings • Homes • Landscaping

  8. Pointed edges mean it is an important building!

  9. This building is protected from evil spirits and evil doings by dragons!

  10. Symmetry? • Is Chinese architecture very symmetrical?

  11. Colorful? • Do the Chinese buildings we have seen so far look very colorful? • What kinds of colors do they use? • Are they colors primary colors? • Are they secondary colors?

  12. Dragons

  13. Top of Mountain

  14. In a park

  15. Tea house

  16. Temple

  17. Paifing • Unique to the Chinese • Archway made of wood • Sometimes with stone • Then it is covered with glazed tiles

  18. Paifing

  19. Architecture • Great Wall of China

  20. Chinese Art • Different types of art: • Paintings • Calligraphy • Embroidery • Ceramics

  21. Brush Paintings • Started 6000 years ago! • Painted different subjects: • People • Flora and Fauna (?? And ??) • Landscapes • Paper or silk?

  22. www.nothinbutprints.com

  23. www.bravochina.com

  24. http://chineseartbrushes.com

  25. http://www.farncombeestate.co.uk/specialpageimages/6E5_ChineseBrush1.jpghttp://www.farncombeestate.co.uk/specialpageimages/6E5_ChineseBrush1.jpg

  26. http://www.farncombeestate.co.uk/specialpageimages/55E_ChineseBrush2.jpghttp://www.farncombeestate.co.uk/specialpageimages/55E_ChineseBrush2.jpg

  27. http://www.the-gallery-of-china.com/chinese-arts-landscape-painting.jpghttp://www.the-gallery-of-china.com/chinese-arts-landscape-painting.jpg

  28. Calligraphy • Conveys thought • Shows beauty of “the line” • Has rules!!!

  29. Calligraphy • The Rules… • Built in its own square of space • Only use 3 basic forms: circle, triangle, and the square • Each character has a set number of strokes • Should have a “living movement” • What is that?

  30. Calligraphy

  31. Ceramics

  32. Ceramics

  33. Ceramics

  34. Ceramics

  35. Ceramics

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