Exploring Chinese Flower-And-Bird Painting's Impact On Porcelain Design: Aesthetic Philosophy And Creative Evolution Review
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https://doi.org/10.33736/ijaca.8809.2025Keywords:
Aesthetic value philosophy, Creative inspiration, Chinese flower-and-bird painting, Porcelain surface designAbstract
This comprehensive review explores the synergy between the aesthetic philosophy and creative inspirations found in Chinese Flower-and-Bird Painting, examining its role as a pivotal subject matter in shaping the artistic evolution of Porcelain Surface Design. Grounded in the profound cultural appreciation for the natural world, artists employing this medium become conduits for conveying their innermost thoughts, encapsulating the essence of the Chinese aesthetic value philosophy. Identifying a critical gap in understanding, the study introduces a novel variable emphasizing the creative inspiration derived from the aesthetic value philosophy of Chinese Flower-and-Bird Painting. Identifying a critical gap in understanding, the study introduces a novel variable emphasizing the creative inspiration derived from the aesthetic value philosophy of Chinese Flower-and-Bird Painting. Findings reveal a nuanced interplay of variables, encompassing the aesthetic value of Chinese painting and porcelain art, intrinsic variables associated with Chinese aesthetic value philosophy, and those pertinent to creative inspiration. This review defines the variables significantly influencing the aesthetic value philosophy and creative inspiration evident in Chinese Flower-and-Bird Painting, illustrating its pivotal role in the evolution of Porcelain Surface Design.
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