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Lesson: The Profound Simplicity of Scrolls

Lesson Plan (PDF file)

Images for Lesson (PDF file)

The purpose of this lesson is to introduce students to the characteristics of Chinese scrolls and inscriptions.

Subject Categories: Visual and Theatrical Art

Locale: China

Grade Levels: Grades 5-8


Associated Images:
1959.348 Buddhist Retreat by Stream and Mountain
1963.515 Bamboo, Rocks and Lonely Orchids
1964.43 Old Pine Tree
1977.172 Listening to the Bamboo
1978.65 Bamboo, Rock, and Tall Tree

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