中国相关文化知识英语教程Unit 19.ppt

Unit 19 A Variety of Splendid Folk Arts Lead-in Text study Exercises Content Lead-in Do you know which kind of folk arts the following pictures refers to? Papercut. Introduction Cloisonné (景泰蓝): Artifacts with the Gleam of Precious Gems New Year Picture (年画): Enhancing the Festive Atmosphere Papercuts: A World Created with Scissors Text study Embroidery (刺绣): Ten Finger Like a Spring Breeze Shadow Play (皮影): the Art of Light and Shadow Introduction Folk arts in China have developed dynamically, with many forms enjoying a worldwide reputation. Here we present an introduction to a select few. Cloisonné is a traditional art widely known in and outside China. It is a kind of superb local expertise from Beijing, which combines the skills of bronze art, porcelain, carving, and other types of folk arts. It is deemed valuable in the eyes of collectors, as well as providing refined ornaments for daily use. 景泰蓝——故宫珍品 Cloisonné — a piece of treasure in Forbidden City Cloisonné: Artifacts with the Gleam of Precious Gems The making of cloisonné first appeared during the Jingtai reign (1450-1457) of the Ming Dynasty, with the main color used being blue, hence the name Jingtai blue or cloisonné as it became known later on. By the time of the Chenghua reign (1465-1487), the techniques for making cloisonné were further developed, with products of this period looking heavy and dignified yet not lacking in eloquence or vividness. Cloisonné: Artifacts with the Gleam of Precious Gems Its mouth, belly and base are welded together instead of being originally one piece. Its surface is first inlaid with copper wires, before the colorful glaze is applied. The nine peaches and bats have the symbolic meaning of happiness, longevity and peace. 寿意瓶 Cloisonné vase with a peach-and-bat design Cloisonné: Artifacts with the Gleam of Precious Gems Guess how many working procedures a Cloisonné production involves? Cloisonné: Artifacts with the Gleam of Precious Gems Cloisonné pro