power


In this chapter, we talk about the use of the body in existing forms and abstractions by artists throughout history to represent rights. Rights include political, psychological, social, familial, economic, and sexual. The author feels that power is the power of the physical spirit. Many examples are then described. When the artist depicts the body, he seeks more reality, so he also reveals the various differences between bodies. From the twentieth century on, physical attributes were only assumptions of identity. There are many images with opposite physical attributes, such as women in men’s clothing, adults living an older lifestyle, and behaviors and actions that do not fit the impression of children. It also shows the gradual diversification of identities. In this chapter I note the example of the Chinese terracotta warriors and horses. It is the symbol of the power of the first Qin emperor in the beginning. Terracotta warriors and horses are a category of ancient tomb sculpture. In ancient times, human martyrdom was practiced, and slaves were appendages of the slave owner during his life, and after his death they were buried with him as martyrs. The terracotta warriors and horses were made in the shape of soldiers and horses (chariots, war horses, soldiers). Most of the terracotta warriors and horses are made by the method of pottery firing, first using the pottery mold to make the first tire, and then covered with a layer of fine clay for processing carving and adding color, some first burned and then joined, some first joined and then burned. The fire is even, the color is simple, and the hardness is very high. In each process, there is a different division of labor and a strict working system. The terracotta warriors and horses are basically shaped based on real life, with delicate and bright techniques. Each terracotta figure has a different attire and demeanor. The figures have many different hair styles, different gestures, and different facial expressions. From their attire, appearance and gestures, one can tell whether they are officers or soldiers, infantry or cavalry. On the whole, all the faces of the terracotta figures reveal the unique majesty and calmness of the Qin people, with distinctive personalities and strong characteristics of the times.

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    Anonymous says:

    Shuwen, you are right that rights are related to power, but the chapter is about the use of the body to depict differing types of power. Have you mistakenly included some of your discussion of identity here? Good discussion of the Chinese terracotta warriors and horses. For your next post use the Annotated bibliography style guide that you will find under Read. Include the reference in proper form followed by your annotation. Focus on Purpose, Thesis and Summary. Connection, quote, implication and question sections are optional. Thinking through the purpose, thesis, then summarizing the main ideas covered is a very good practice to get into.

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