Chinese Culture

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  • The Four Masters of the Yuan Dynasty

    Understanding the Yuan Dynasty Four Masters The Four Masters of the Yuan dynasty(Chinese: 元四家; pinyin: Yuán Sì Jiā) refers to four exceptional Chinese painters who were active during the Yuan...

    The Four Masters of the Yuan Dynasty

    Understanding the Yuan Dynasty Four Masters The Four Masters of the Yuan dynasty(Chinese: 元四家; pinyin: Yuán Sì Jiā) refers to four exceptional Chinese painters who were active during the Yuan...

  • Appreciating Qi Baishi's Most Famous Paintings

    Qi Baishi (January 1, 1864 – September 16, 1957), born in Xiangtan, Hunan Province, was a master of modern Chinese painting, a world-renowned cultural figure, and served as honorary professor of...

    Appreciating Qi Baishi's Most Famous Paintings

    Qi Baishi (January 1, 1864 – September 16, 1957), born in Xiangtan, Hunan Province, was a master of modern Chinese painting, a world-renowned cultural figure, and served as honorary professor of...

  • Qi Baishi

    Qi Baishi's Biography Qi Baishi (January 1, 1864 – September 16, 1957), born in Xiangtan, Hunan Province, was a master of modern Chinese painting, a world-renowned cultural figure, and served as...

    Qi Baishi

    Qi Baishi's Biography Qi Baishi (January 1, 1864 – September 16, 1957), born in Xiangtan, Hunan Province, was a master of modern Chinese painting, a world-renowned cultural figure, and served as...

  • Chinese New Year Red Envelope Etiquette

    The custom of giving red envelopes during the Chinese Spring Festival is an important tradition, embodying the Chinese people's affection, friendship, and blessings. Red envelopes originated from the ancient Chinese...

    Chinese New Year Red Envelope Etiquette

    The custom of giving red envelopes during the Chinese Spring Festival is an important tradition, embodying the Chinese people's affection, friendship, and blessings. Red envelopes originated from the ancient Chinese...

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Chinese Culture

Feng Shui Office: Efficiency and Workplace Envi...

Feng shui is an ancient practice originating in China . Its translation means " wind " (feng) and " water " (shui). These terms have profound meaning in Chinese culture, as the balance between these two...

Feng Shui Office: Efficiency and Workplace Envi...

Feng shui is an ancient practice originating in China . Its translation means " wind " (feng) and " water " (shui). These terms have profound meaning in Chinese culture, as the balance between these two...

September 25, 2025 | Career Luck Rankings for t...

September 25, 2025, marks the Autumnal Equinox. This day not only marks the transition between the yin and yang phases, but also embodies the unique Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch...

September 25, 2025 | Career Luck Rankings for t...

September 25, 2025, marks the Autumnal Equinox. This day not only marks the transition between the yin and yang phases, but also embodies the unique Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch...

A journey through China in five objects

The Sir Joseph Hotung Gallery of China and South Asia has now reopened to the public after a major refurbishment. At 115 metres, this magnificent space is the longest gallery...

A journey through China in five objects

The Sir Joseph Hotung Gallery of China and South Asia has now reopened to the public after a major refurbishment. At 115 metres, this magnificent space is the longest gallery...

Top Ten Famous Landscape Paintings of Chinese

1. Spring Outing by Zhan Ziqian (Sui Dynasty) Status: The earliest existing scroll landscape painting in China, and also the earliest independent landscape painting. It marks the separation of landscape painting...

Top Ten Famous Landscape Paintings of Chinese

1. Spring Outing by Zhan Ziqian (Sui Dynasty) Status: The earliest existing scroll landscape painting in China, and also the earliest independent landscape painting. It marks the separation of landscape painting...

Five Element: Personality Traits & Correspondin...

Explore 5 Elements (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) – their unique personality traits (e.g., Metal’s, Water’s wisdom) & linked human organs/health risks.

Five Element: Personality Traits & Correspondin...

Explore 5 Elements (Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth) – their unique personality traits (e.g., Metal’s, Water’s wisdom) & linked human organs/health risks.

The Peacock: A Symbol of Beauty, Myth and Cultu...

Explore peacocks' role in Chinese culture—legends, symbolism (luck, beauty), green/white peacock meanings, peacock artwork & where to buy. A guide for lovers of culture & art.  

The Peacock: A Symbol of Beauty, Myth and Cultu...

Explore peacocks' role in Chinese culture—legends, symbolism (luck, beauty), green/white peacock meanings, peacock artwork & where to buy. A guide for lovers of culture & art.  

Art History

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  • Ukiyo-e: Art of Japan's Edo Period

    Ukiyo-e refers to paintings depicting a constantly changing, floating world, which originated in Japan during the Edo period. Ukiyo-e was a genre painting popular in Japan from the 17th to...

    Ukiyo-e: Art of Japan's Edo Period

    Ukiyo-e refers to paintings depicting a constantly changing, floating world, which originated in Japan during the Edo period. Ukiyo-e was a genre painting popular in Japan from the 17th to...

  • Georges Braque: The Art Revolutionary Who Co-Fo...

    Georges Braque (1882—1963), a French artist, lighted the spark of Cubism alongside Pablo Picasso with his calm and rigorous spirit of exploration. His technical innovations in painting, sculpture, and other...

    Georges Braque: The Art Revolutionary Who Co-Fo...

    Georges Braque (1882—1963), a French artist, lighted the spark of Cubism alongside Pablo Picasso with his calm and rigorous spirit of exploration. His technical innovations in painting, sculpture, and other...

  • Georges Seurat | A Sunday Afternoon on the Isla...

    Georges-Pierre Seurat (Georges Seurat; December 2, 1859 – March 29, 1891). He was a famous painter who helped start two art styles: Pointillism and Neo-Impressionism.

    Georges Seurat | A Sunday Afternoon on the Isla...

    Georges-Pierre Seurat (Georges Seurat; December 2, 1859 – March 29, 1891). He was a famous painter who helped start two art styles: Pointillism and Neo-Impressionism.

  • Understanding Post-Impressionism in 4 Minutes

    Origin Post-Impressionism, also known as "after Impressionism" or simply "Post Impressionism," is a significant artistic phenomenon in French art history that emerged after Impressionism. This movement’s main idea is that...

    Understanding Post-Impressionism in 4 Minutes

    Origin Post-Impressionism, also known as "after Impressionism" or simply "Post Impressionism," is a significant artistic phenomenon in French art history that emerged after Impressionism. This movement’s main idea is that...

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