The arrangement of the objects in this Chinese painting reflect Taoist and Buddhist principles and philosophies. Which of these principles or philosophies is best demonstrated by the placement of the tall cliffs in the background and a small building with trees in the foreground?
(1 point)
Responses
simplicity
simplicity
perseverance
perseverance
harmony
harmony
balance
balance
Chinese calligraphy is more than just a picture using symbols. What is the Chinese name for the source of life, or breath, that is expressed through the artist’s brush?
(1 point)
Responses
ch’i
ch’i
xue
xue
tao
tao
huo
ch’i
This Chinese painting shows a man seated in a pavilion. What Taoist and Buddhist philosophy is the artist communicating by placing the man in this wilderness location?
(1 point)
Responses
Keep a balanced perspective on life
Keep a balanced perspective on life
Live a peaceful, happy life.
Live a peaceful, happy life.
Keep harmony between man and nature.
Keep harmony between man and nature.
Live a creative live.