In what ways has Chinese calligraphy been regarded as both an art form and a means of communication, and how does it interact with other forms of visual art in Chinese culture?
How did the development of porcelain contribute to the field of Chinese art, and what are some of the most notable styles and periods associated with Chinese ceramics?
What role do symbols and motifs play in Chinese art, and how have they been used to convey cultural, philosophical, and religious meanings throughout different dynasties?
How have traditional Chinese painting techniques, such as ink wash painting (shuǐ mò huà), evolved over the centuries, and what influences have shaped contemporary Chinese ink artists?
What are the key differences between Northern and Southern Song dynasty landscape paintings, and how do they reflect the social and political environments of their times?
