1 10 7 https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/b71c7d7354085256840edf22eb9709b7.jpg 97b8b093a82274c348481d1710e51dda Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. The cabbage was carved from a single piece of jadeite taking advantage of its half-white, half-green natural colors. The numerous imperfections in the rock such as cracks and discolored blotches were incorporated into the sculpture and became the veins in the cabbage's stalks and leaves. Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. One important reason why carved-jade objects were and still are so highly prized, is because the Chinese believe that jade represents purity, beauty, longevity, and even immortality. In addition, jade carvers valued the stone for its glitter, translucent colors and shades. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Stone, Mineral Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jadeite Cabbage 翠玉白菜 Description An account of the resource Another piece of rock that has been carved into the shape of a Chinese cabbage head. It even has two insects crawling among the leaves. Subject The topic of the resource Mineral, Jade, Vegetable-like objects Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Late Qing Dynasty (1644 AD- 1911 AD) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Small, Reflective and bright colour, Smooth texture Type The nature or genre of the resource Craft Qing Dynasty https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/e6d95454262fb1151db8cce2ed675bc8.jpg 0f2beb57961909a5f148433c0975d20e Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. The stone was carved during the Qing dynasty from banded jasper. The layers of the stone accumulated naturally over the years, with various shades of hues. The craftsman who carved the stone stained the skin, which resulted in a realistic looking piece of stone with multiple layers appearing like layers of fat and meat. What makes this piece of art so special is that the rock naturally looks like a piece of pork belly, with its layers formed by the accumulation of different impurities. The craftsman who made this took the rich natural resources of the stone and carved it with great precision, even rendering the pores, the wrinkles and dimples on the skin. Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. It is part of the collection of the National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan. Although of only moderate importance from the point of view of art history, it is a great popular favourite with visitors and has become famous. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Stone Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Meat-shaped Stone 肉形石 Description An account of the resource This mouth-watering chunk of stewed pork belly with a gratuitous layer of fat and glistening sheen is actually a piece of rock—jasper to be exact—that was cleverly carved and dyed to resemble a succulent piece of meat by an anonymous Qing dynasty artist in the 19th-century. Subject The topic of the resource Meat-like object, Stone, Jade Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Qing Dynasty (1644-1911 AD) Relation A related resource Meat Stone Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Rough surface, Layered colours Type The nature or genre of the resource Craft Qing Dynasty https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/86a8790224561d906dcd0ab5f4207134.jpg 66c3e4217e395f302d53d1b3ed9b42c1 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. Stones were carved to make Chinese chess pieces. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Stones Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. Chinese chess was a strategy game previously used for military training. This first chess was called The game to capture Xiang Qi, Xiang Qi being the name of the commander of the opposing army. (This battle is well established in Chinese history.) Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chinese Chess 象棋棋子 Description An account of the resource The original chess was invented in China, right around 200 B.C., by a military commander named Hán Xin ("Hahn Sheen"). Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource ~200 BC Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Small, Circular Disks Type The nature or genre of the resource Craft Subject The topic of the resource Pawns, Chess, Game Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Hán Xin ("Hahn Sheen") https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/1169c6c4ed1e15155d6b2ffc0a476e8e.jpeg b6b12132af321037cece683319d1a553 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. Imperial guardian lions were sculpted from large pieces of granite and marble, or cast from bronze or iron. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Marble / Granite / Stone / Bronze / Iron Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. Supposed to have mystic protective powers, it can be found in front of such places as temples, imperial palaces, government offices or in front of homes of high ranking members of society indicating their financial and/ or social status. Also, it is used as a guardian to protect those with power in society. Interesting Facts Origins, stories or incidents happened that are related to the item, to provide extra information and details. The lions are always presented in pairs, a manifestation of yin and yang, the female representing yin and the male yang. The male lion has its right front paw on a type of cloth ball simply called an "embroidered ball", which is sometimes carved with a geometric pattern. The female is essentially identical, but has a cub under the left paw, representing the cycle of life. Symbolically, the female lion protects those dwelling inside (the living soul within), while the male guards the structure (the external material elements). Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Imperial Guardian Lion 石獅子 Description An account of the resource Chinese or Imperial guardian lions are a traditional Chinese architectural ornament. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Han Dynasty (202 BC - 220 AD) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Man-size Type The nature or genre of the resource Craft Subject The topic of the resource Protection, Architectural Ornament Han Dynasty https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/222e7cb242f4fca8cdfbedb4858c356d.jpg 548fe1f9eab248b8a9f06163f2c6a0b5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. Jade items were shaped with sand, cords and drills. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Jade, Mineral Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. Jade was commonly used to create accessories or decorations. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Chinese Jade 翡翠 Description An account of the resource Jade crafting were among the most precious and luxurious ones, with a history of four thousand years. Jade symbolizes merit, grace and dignity and occupies a special position in people's consciousness. It is used both to decorate rooms, and as jewelry by people hoping for a blessing. People believed that jade was the expression of the most beautiful stone. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Qing Dynasty (1644 AD – 1911 AD) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Hard, Smooth Type The nature or genre of the resource Craft Qing Dynasty https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/6d34af298ccb9c2a63d65635f8bd0720.jpg 558d1b3cc788f278c1bef01f99277635 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. Engravings on the seal face can follow several calligraphy styles, which master engravers work hard to develop. Common carvings include Chinese characters, landscapes, figures, birds, or flowers. Seals can be carved one of two ways: the material is carved away from the character, leaving a red ink outline when used on paper, or the character is carved into the material, leaving the character in white amidst a red background. Seals can have a variety of shapes and sizes. There are four parts to a seal: grip or handle, body or platform, sides, and face. Carvings may be done on the grip portion of the seal or on the entire seal. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Mineral, Stone Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. Seals were used to mark documents. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource China Seals 印章 Description An account of the resource A Chinese seal (印章 yìnzhāng) is a seal or stamp used to mark important documents, pieces of art, contracts, or any other item that requires a signature. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Qin Dynasty (221 BC - 207 BC) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Prism Base Type The nature or genre of the resource Craft Subject The topic of the resource Nation, Character, Style Qin Dynasty https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-64/files/original/26b84caf095e2d9c2b846d18c92547ee.jpg 18d8686b516f5856f5a92ba1ad367713 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Mineral Description An account of the resource Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used. Crafts An inanimate, three-dimensional object or substance that is handmade or crafted by simple tools. Crafting Methods The ways used to construct and produce crafts. Typically, the shape of the stone is maintained and decorations are carved in. Materials Objects used to create, produce or develop the item Stone, Mineral Usage and Application The real-life implications or uses of the selected crafts. Pigment was ground on ink slabs. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Ink Slab 硯 Description An account of the resource Ink slabs originated from the grinding implements used in primitive Chinese society to grind pigment on stone. There is a lot of archeological evidence to show that ancient Chinese used ink slabs for grinding ink. A stone ink slab was found in a 5,000-year-old archaeological site in Jiazhai,Shanxi Province. In the Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD), ink slabs were widely used as writing utensils. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Han Dynasty (206 BC - 220 AD) Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource Flat, Circular Subject The topic of the resource Calligraphy Han Dynasty