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    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Tang Dynasty Mural Painting Techniques]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:subject><![CDATA[Intangible Heritage]]></dcterms:subject>
    <dcterms:description><![CDATA[Tang Dynasty mural painting techniques represent one of the highest achievements of ancient Chinese art. Originating during the 7th to 9th centuries, these murals are known for their fluid lines, vibrant mineral-based pigments, and lifelike depictions of court ladies, Buddhist figures, and daily life. The painting process involved multiple meticulous steps, including wall preparation, sketching, line drawing, coloring, and detailing — all done by highly skilled artisans. These techniques reflect not only aesthetic values but also deep cultural, religious, and philosophical meanings. The image provided shows a typical example from the Famen Temple, capturing the elegance and craftsmanship of Tang court murals. Though the murals themselves are tangible, the artistic knowledge, materials, and painting processes passed down through generations embody a unique form of intangible cultural heritage.]]></dcterms:description>
    <dcterms:creator><![CDATA[Unknown Tang Dynasty Artisans]]></dcterms:creator>
    <dcterms:source><![CDATA[is51102025]]></dcterms:source>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[7th–9th Century (Tang Dynasty)]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:dateSubmitted><![CDATA[25/03/2025]]></dcterms:dateSubmitted>
    <dcterms:contributor><![CDATA[lw286@st-andrews.ac.uk]]></dcterms:contributor>
    <dcterms:references><![CDATA[Gao, J. (2008). The underground chamber of the Famensi Pagoda: Its date, background, and historical significance. Cahiers d'Extrême-Asie, 193-216.]]></dcterms:references>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[120cm x 80cm x 3cm]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:medium><![CDATA[Famen Temple, Fufeng County, Shaanxi Province, China]]></dcterms:medium>
    <dcterms:language><![CDATA[English]]></dcterms:language>
    <dcterms:type><![CDATA[Intangible]]></dcterms:type>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[1337]]></dcterms:identifier>
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