Review of the Artistic Characteristics with the Social Value of Boli Peasant Paintings in Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China

Aijuan Yang; Somkhit Suk-erb; Yingfeng Li

doi:10.60027/ijsasr.2024.4507

Authors

Aijuan Yang Faculty of Fine-Applied Arts and Cultural Science, Mahasarakham University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0009-0001-6805-8220
Somkhit Suk-erb Faculty of Fine-Applied Arts and Cultural Science, Mahasarakham University, Thailand https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4631-0242
Yingfeng Li Guangxi Arts University, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, China https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0630-8121

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.60027/ijsasr.2024.4507

Keywords:

Boli Peasant Paintings;, Peasant Paintings; , Cultural Heritage; , Artistic Characteristics;, Social Value

Abstract

Background and Aims: Boli Peasant Paintings is a significant cultural heritage of Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China, reflecting rural communities' traditions, values, and daily life. This study aims to review the artistic characteristics and assess the social value of Boli Peasant Paintings in Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China.

Materials and Methods: It uses qualitative research, including a literature review, semi-structured interviews with local artists, cultural experts, and community members, and data analysis techniques to identify key themes and patterns. The study aims to critically review Boli Peasant Paintings' artistic essence and assess their social value within the cultural context of Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China.

Results: Demonstrate the unique artistic features of Boli's paintings, characterized by bold exaggeration, vibrant colors, and whimsical portrayals of rural landscapes and activities. These paintings showcase rural life's resilience and creativity and contribute to community identity, cultural pride, and the intergenerational transmission of traditional knowledge. The study emphasizes the need for cultural conservation efforts, public awareness campaigns, and collaborative initiatives involving stakeholders, policymakers, and cultural organizations to safeguard and revitalize Boli Peasant Paintings.

Conclusion: Boli's paintings play a crucial role in preserving cultural heritage, fostering community cohesion, and enriching the cultural landscape of Huai'an City and Jiangsu Province.

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