When was jade first used in art in China?

Jade was first used to make amulets and figurines by the Houli Culture of China c. 6500-c. 5500 BCE.

What are some characteristics of Chinese artworks?

Chinese art depicts mythological, historical, and personal events and is characterized by attention to detail, mastery of a craft, and rich symbolism.

What were the earliest figures depicted in Chinese art?

Among the earliest figures depicted in Chines art are the mythical pig-dragon, dragons, fish, tortoises, dogs, cicadas, and the cong and bi cylinders, all developed by the Liangzhu Culture c. 3400-2250 BCE.

What was jade associated with in ancient China?

In ancient China, jade was associated with divinity, power, and protection.

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Chinese Female Figurine

by Liana Miate
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Chinese Female Figurine — View Full-Size Image

712-779 CE. (Head is a reconstruction). Earthenware with pigments. Excavated from Hansenzhai, (eastern suburb of Xi'an), 1988.

From the Xi'an Museum. (Photo taken at the Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney Australia)

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When was jade first used in art in China?: Jade was first used to make amulets and figurines by the Houli Culture of China c. 6500-c. 5500 BCE.
What are some characteristics of Chinese artworks?: Chinese art depicts mythological, historical, and personal events and is characterized by attention to detail, mastery of a craft, and rich symbolism.
What were the earliest figures depicted in Chinese art?: Among the earliest figures depicted in Chines art are the mythical pig-dragon, dragons, fish, tortoises, dogs, cicadas, and the cong and bi cylinders, all developed by the Liangzhu Culture c. 3400-2250 BCE.
What was jade associated with in ancient China?: In ancient China, jade was associated with divinity, power, and protection.

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