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China
Ancient China: From the Neolithic Period to the Han Dynasty ($25.00: includes image CD and slides; pdf version: free)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts
Classroom activities geared to elementary school through high school; adaptable for all ages
An historical overview of ancient China—from the Neolithic period (approx. 6,000–2000 BCE) to the end of the Han dynasty (220 CE)—this packet explores the rise of ancient Chinese civilization and how belief systems and cultural values are reflected in surviving examples of its material culture. The packet features important archaeological excavations such as the Tomb of Fu Hao, created in the Shang dynasty (approx. 1600–1050 BCE); the Tomb of Marquis Yi of Zeng, created in the Warring States period (approx. 480–221 BCE); and the Terracotta Army of Qin Shi Huangdi, the First Emperor of the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE), created approx. 210 BCE. Other highlights include Chinese jades, bronzes, and ceramics in the Asian Art Museum’s collection galleries. The packet includes interactive activities for the classroom and student handouts.
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(2.4 MB)
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(2.5 MB)
Brushstrokes: Styles and Techniques of Chinese Painting ($25.00: includes image CD and slides; pdf version: free)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts
Brushpainting, which includes calligraphy, landscapes, scrolls and fans, has been a major art form throughout Chinese history. This packet explores the history, development and significance of brushpainting in Chinese art. Includes discussion of painting and calligraphy techniques, and a comparison of painting styles.
Brushpainting Kit (for loan only)
Teach students the art of Chinese brushpainting. Kit includes brushes, ink and rice paper for a class of 30 students, as well as Brushstrokes: Styles and Techniques of Chinese Painting and classroom activities. Limited Availability. To borrow the kit, please contact: resourcecenter@asianart.org.
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(1.15 MB)
download: brushstrokes vocabulary (Charts A - E) pdf
(2.3 MB)
download: painting the lotus flower classroom activity pdf
(281 KB)
CLICK HERE to view a video on Chinese calligraphy.
China: The Glorious Tang and Song Dynasties ($25.00: includes image CD; pdf version: free)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts
Classroom activities meet California state content standards for 7th grade; adaptable for all ages
During the Tang (618–906) and Song (960–1279) dynasties, the Chinese empire enjoyed a blossoming of foreign exchange as trade expanded along the Silk Road and sea routes. In this era China also witnessed the flourishing of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism; and saw the development of porcelain making and reproduction printing. This packet examines the trade, commerce, religion, philosophy, literature, and art of these dynasties. Student handouts include readings and activities on Tang and Song dynasty literature, art, and science.
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(2.7 MB)
Golden Age of Chinese Archaeology ($25.00: includes slides)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts, Language Arts, Sciences, Mathematics
Classroom activities geared to elementary school through high school; adaptable for all ages
This special-edition slide packet, produced in conjunction with the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C., includes highlights from The Golden Age of Chinese Archaeology, a blockbuster special exhibition featuring archaeological finds that have transformed historical theories about the development of Chinese civilization. Sites examined include the Tomb of Fu Hao; Sanxingdui; the Tomb of Yi, Marquis of Zeng and the Tomb of Qin Shi Huangdi, the First Emperor of the Qin Dynasty (221-206 BCE). Classroom activities focus on archaeology and archaeological processes. Please visit the National Gallery of Art for further information and classroom activities.
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CLICK HERE to view a video on new discoveries in Chinese archaeology.
Korea
Goryeo Dynasty: Korea’s Age of Enlightenment ($20.00: includes slides; pdf version: free)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts
Classroom activities geared to elementary school through high school; adaptable for all ages
Few people are aware that the name Korea is derived from the name of the Goryeo (previously tranliterated as Koryo) dynasty. It was during this period (918–1392) that Korea became known to the world outside East Asia. This packet provides an overview of aspects of Goryeo society and Goryeo Buddhism as depicted in the arts of the period, including rare celadon (pale green–glazed) ceramics, Buddhist paintings and sculptures, illustrated sacred manuscripts (sutras), and ritual implements. Classroom activities include creating illuminated manuscripts and lotus lanterns.
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CLICK HERE to view a video on Goryeo Dynasty celadons.
Japan
Arts of the Samurai ($25.00: includes image CD; pdf version: free)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts
Classroom activities geared to elementary school through high school; adaptable for all ages
The term samurai is derived from the word saburau, or “one who serves.” The evolution of the samurai from mounted guards to the nobility (during the twelfth century) and their subsequent ascent to military leaders of Japan (until imperial restoration during the nineteenth century) is chronicled in distinctive warrior arts and literary tradition. This packet examines the samurai through precious art objects from the museum’s collection. These include authentic military equipment (arms and armor), paintings depicting famed conflicts, ceremonial attire, and objects created for religious and cultural pursuits strongly connected with the samurai class.
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(53.7 MB)
Arts of Edo Japan ($25.00: includes image CD; pdf version: free)
Subject Areas: History–Social Sciences, Visual Arts
Classroom activities geared to elementary school through high school; adaptable for all ages
This packet offers an in-depth examination of Edo period (1615–1868) Japan, focusing on the flourishing arts of the period. Art activities include creating a 3D model of a teahouse, a pilgrimage book, and seals.
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(2.2 MB)
CLICK HERE to view an introduction to Zen Buddhism and samurai castles.
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