From Imperial Insignia to Victorian Accessory: The Transcultural Journey of Qing Rank Badges
The Purse Museum's Qing Dynasty (1636-1912) rank badge exemplifies a significant case of transcultural adaptation of imperial insignia. Originally fabricated as a buzi (补子) between approximately 1750-1850, this silk embroidery panel was executed using the kesi tapestry technique with gold-wrapped
Armenian Academics Foster Cross-Cultural Dialogue at Shandong University International Conference on South Caucasus-China Relations
The academic conference “From the South Caucasus to China: Historical Heritage and Modern Economic and Cultural Convergence” (April 26, Shandong University of Aeronautics) opened new pathways for scholarly collaboration. Armenian diplomatic representation was prominent, featuring Mr. Koryun Ghazaryan (Economic and
Redefining Design and Aesthetics: Scholars Explore New Paradigms at Sichuan Fine Arts Institute Forum, China
On April 19, the third Academic Forum on Design Aesthetics, co-organized by the Design Aesthetics Professional Committee of the Chinese Society of Aesthetics and the School of Design at Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, gathered over 100 experts from leading institutions
Across Continents, One Heritage: Armenian Diasporic Communities Unite for Cultural Legacy Preservation Discussions
On April 6th, Armenian Diaspora Young Ambassadors from Russia and China made history by hosting the first collaborative online meeting on cultural preservation. Organized by Syuzanna Minasaryan ("Nor Hayq" Youth Organization, Anapa), Anahit Khudanyan ("Ararat" Youth Organization, Tambov), Gayane Karapetyan
An Archaeological Discovery of Early Prosthetic Technology Innovation in Ancient China
In 2007, archaeologists working in the Turpan region of western China discovered a 2,200-year-old prosthetic leg within a tomb located near the ancient Silk Road. The prosthetic, composed of poplar wood, features seven perforations along its sides, through which leather
Silk Road Splendor: The Art and Legacy of Ming and Qing Embroidery Exhibited in Huai’an
On January 11, 2025, the "Silk Road Splendor: Ming and Qing Weaving and Embroidery Clothing Art Exhibition" opened at the Huai'an Cultural Center. This exhibition explores the role of weaving and embroidery in Chinese material culture, particularly during the Ming
Towards Inclusion: Advancing Disability Studies in China Through Language and Culture
To promote academic exchanges and collaboration concerning disability issues in the realms of language, literature, and culture both nationally and internationally, Nanjing Normal University of Special Education in Jiangsu Province, China, convened an academic conference on December 14-15. The conference
The Chinese porcelain- an integral part of the GILDED AGE American artistic vision
by Ani Margaryan The Preservation Society of Newport County posted an artwork on its website that is of great interest within the context of Sino-American cultural interactions. An oil-on-canvas painting entitled "The Chimney Corner" (1878) by David Maitland Armstrong (American,
Links between the Mask of Agamemnon and the Chinese bronze ding vessel
by Ani Margaryan This is the Mask of Agamemnon (中文：阿迦门农面具，迈锡尼) - a gold funeral mask (16th century BCE) discovered at the ancient Greek site of Mycenae. The mask, displayed in the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, has been described by Cathy
ARMENIA HOSTED THE INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE “EURASIAN RESEARCH ON MODERN CHINA AND EURASIA”
The "China-Eurasia" international conference was held on December 3-4, 2021, at the Armenian-Russian (Slavonic) University. As reported by Armenpress, it was organized by the "China-Eurasia" Council for Political and Strategic Research և Russian-Armenian University - RAU. The conference is supported by