Aesthetic Concept and Historical and Cultural Inheritance of Lingjiatan Jade: An In-depth Analysis of the Shape and Decoration as an Example
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Department of Fine Arts, International College, krirk University, Bangkok, Thailand, 10220.
Abstract
Lingjiatan jade culture originated from Lingjiatan, a central settlement site of the Neolithic Age dating from 5300 to 5800 years ago. This culture is famous for its rich, unearthed jade objects, which are abundant in quantity and variety and exquisite in carving skills, reflecting the highly developed craftsmanship level of the people at that time. Lingjiatan jade is divided into tools, Peopleapons, decorative categories, animals or figures, and others. Despite lacking practical functions, tools and Peopleapons such as axes, swords, and gold were used as ceremonial utensils. Decorative categories of jade include bracelets, embellishes, rings, blocks, bi, double bi, pipes, beads, and other forms, as well as with unique shapes of pagoda decoration, buckle decoration, trumpet decoration, etc.; they are worn on the body, play a decorative role. In addition, there are a few animal or human figures like jade, such as pig, turtle, dragon, phoenix bird, eagle, rabbit, and standing and sitting figures. In general, Lingjiatan jade culture is an essential representative of China's Neolithic jade culture, which not only shows the superb craft technology and rich imagination of the people at that time but also reveals the culture, religion, and aesthetic concepts of the ancient society for us. By studying Lingjiatan jade culture, People can have a deeper understanding of the social life and civilization development in the Neolithic Age.
Lecture in accounting. University of Basrah, College of Administration and Economics, Department of Accounting.