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China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n mountains and water pictures: -Stronger emphasis on geophysical features and less on landed...

China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n mountains and water pictures: -Stronger emphasis on geophysical features and less on landed propertythan in European tradition -Synthesizing Resemblance (reproduces the outward, formal as- pect ofobjects) and Truth (involves the inner reality Shanshui -Spirituality/Sacredness -Fengshui (wind-and-water) or Dili (earth's principles) Geomancy -Leisure -Political and social structure -Confucianism -Buddhist Neo-Confucianism -Daoist -Self-cultivation, unity, and order a technique of drawing aided with line-brush, ruler, and compass; popular mode fordepicting architecture with incredible precision, Ruled-line style using measurements and rules that were applied to palaces,gar- dens, and other man-made objects during the Northern Song the branches of trees look like crab claws; allows to the trees to have a sense of movement. Crab-claw technique a traditional East Asian painting technique that uses varying con- centrations ofblack ink applied with brushes to create expressive landscapes and images Ink wash painting a system of representing multiple perspectives in one painting Three types of distance -High distance -Level distance -Deep distance Angle of totality 1 / 10 China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n style: outline of the rocks Devil-faced Marking a technique in which the artist creates a dot and moves it down to create texture strokes on the mountain Rain drop brushstrokes a distinctive brush technique used in Chinese painting, character- Axe-cut stroke ized by its sharp, angular marks that resemble the cuts made by an axe long, tapering line that starts with a strong dot and ends in a sharp Nail Head Brushstroke point artist: Fan Kuan meant to peak human imagination, the artist has laid out the painting so you can imagine yourself traveling in it internal vs external truth Traveling among Mountains and Streams artist: Guo Xi medium: ink and light color on silk Early Spring 2 / 10  China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n artist: Li Cheng need more info on painting itself Buddhist Temple amid Clearing Mountain Peaks artist: Ma Yuan axe cut brushstroke nail head brushstroke on his robe the scholar is wearing a distinct robe for academics glimpse into what he is thinking about On a Mountain Path in a Spring Ma Yuan is known for his poetic and minimalistic compositions that often feature a single focal point, small painting Guo Xi was famous for his monumental and complex landscapes, which aimed to capture the grandeur and majesty of nature, grand artwork Ma Yuan's brushwork is delicate and detailed, emphasizing the flow and softness of the natural environment Guo Xi's brushwork is dynamic and forceful, with bold strokes that create the texture of rocks and mountains Ma Yuan, On a Mountain Path in Spring VS Guo Xi, Early Spring *comparison Ma Yuan has a strong emphasis on the scholar and human figure and clear Confucious ideas of hierarchy: the worker is behind the scholar Guo Xi's landscape is to be an escape painting to the imperial family and their servants Li cheng: shift in perspective other artist angle of totality similar: positive and negative space, ink wash technique, land- scapes leftover subjects officials who preferred retirement from public life to serving the alien Yuan dynasty Yimin: Like many of his compatriots, he turned to artistic pursuits to support himself texture to the mountain Layers of long thin strokes from the top to the bottom of the mountain Hemp fiber strokes: 3 / 10  China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n Characterized by the use of a specially treated brush with bristles that have been treated with alum. This treatment enhances the Alum head stroke brush's ability to hold its shape and maintains sharpness, allowing artists to create fine line, precise lines and intricate details Small intricate brush stroke, create rock Emulate formal masters but departs Hemp fiber strokes: texture to the mountain Layers of long thin strokes from the top to the bottom of the mountain More of aerial view: panoramic view of Fuchun Mountain Layered composition Huang Gongwang, Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountain 1350 Sense of depth and perception Serine and uninhabited landscape, solitude and reflection. Dry brushing: nearly dry brush to apply thick paint to dry canvas Lots of negative space: economical use of ink Nothing moves Loneliness and quest for inner peace Bare trees, lack of people, reflecting political time Speaking to the concept or feeling alone Yimin: left over subjects, individuals No governance they can develop or be involved in Ni Zan, The Rongxi Studio 1372 Residential palace, political and ceremonial center (Not many could enter) Imperial palace 1368-1911 Cultural heritage & architectural achievement Heavily fortified Dragons: symbolism for emperor and family Over 8000 rooms, separated by moat/water Central axis that extends 2 miles in length Imperial Palace: The Forbidden City (Zijincheng) of the Ming and Forms of order and hierarchy Qing Period Red (power and wealth) and yellow (emperors purity) In the heart of Beijing 4 / 10  China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n socialist: creates an idealized vision of society and the communist Social vs Socialist Realism party, the success of the revolution and the building of socialism, rejection of modernism and tradition female artist at the Shanghai Art Academy represented female nudes she was an orphan fauvism: saturated bright colors she has been influenced by Matisse with loose brushwork and naturalism Pan Yualing artist: Pan Yualing Matisse influence slight voyeurism i her work but not this one Nude by Window Shanghai Art Academy taught western nude figure life drawing artist: Dong Xiwen nationalizing oil painting as primary form of art Chinese style of oil painting (flat, has black outlines, lack of shad- ing, large fills of one color) commemorates founding of people republic of china Inaugural Ceremony for the New Nation artist: Wu Biduan depcited as the leader of the third world highlights china's growing international prescence Chairman Mao Standing with People of Asia, Africa, and Latin America 8 / 10  China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n realism appeals to the masses ink and color on silk honors factory worker artist: Lin Gang Zhao Guilan at the Heroes Reception serves as a compelling illustration of communism Model Workers and Peasants Visiting Beihai Park late ching court painting Sun Zixi oil on canvas benefits of urbanization, modern development, technology real people benefitting from it In Front of Tiananmen Xu Bing mixed media installation A Mirror to Analyze the World (Book from the Sky) Zhang Peili phrases of chinese words that begin with water in a professional news pronunciation matter famous news anchor state control and manipulation of communication, technology ex- perts influence and shapes their understanding of the world Water: Standard Pronunciation, Ci Hai (Sea of Words) Western pop art influence the critique social and political systems critiques how commercial presence is more important than ideals Great Criticism-Coca Cola series critiques communism and consumer culture clash between socialist ideals and global capitalism art needed to have a serial number and be registered in a way 9 / 10  China Post Midterm Study online at https://quizlet.com/_fw535n Historically tied to Christianity and humanism, European land- scapes often focus on the human presence in nature, realistic detail, and storytelling. Often rooted in Daoism, Confucianism, and How does landscape in China differ from the European tradition? Buddhism, Chinese landscapes emphasize harmony with nature, spiritual reflection, and personal expression. European landscapes also employ naturalistic techniques while Chinese ones feature idealized and often abstract compositions Song landscape artists reflect Neo-Confucian values by depicting the natural world as a harmonious, ordered cosmos, symbolizing How do the Song landscape artists reflect the values of Neo-Con- the unity between humanity and the universe. Their paintings often fucianism in their work? portray balance between vastness and detail, suggesting moral and spiritual order, while inviting contemplation and self-cultiva- tion, central tenets of Neo-Confucian philosophy. Northern Song landscape paintings emphasize grandeur and monumentality, with detailed, expansive compositions showcas- What are the differences between Northern Song landscape ing towering mountains and cosmic order. In contrast, Southern painting and Southern Song landscape painting? Song landscapes focus on intimacy and atmosphere, often using simpler, more poetic compositions with soft brushwork and misty, suggestive spaces. -Huang Gongwang -Wu Zhen Who are the Four Great Masters of the Yuan? -Ni Zan -Wang Meng How did the Yuan landscape paintings differ from the ones of the Song dynasty? What changed, and how does that visually and conceptually manifest? Hemp fiber strokes: texture to the mountain Layers of long thin strokes from the top to the bottom of the mountain Brushwork in Huang Gongwang's Dwelling in the Fuchun Moun- tains Huang Gongwang's Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains (Yuan dy- nasty) focuses on personal expression, spontaneity, and a looser, more abstract style, reflecting literati ideals. In contrast, Song dy- nasty landscapes emphasized precise detail, order, and a grand, idealized representation of nature, often serving as metaphors for How is Huang Gongwang's Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains political or cosmic harmony. (Yuan dynasty) different from Song dynasty landscape paintings? 10 / 10