What are the tools and materials for Chinese painting?

Chinese painting is a traditional art in China, and its tool materials and color application have an important influence on the effect of the works. The tool materials used in traditional Chinese painting mainly include pen, paper, ink and seal.

Pen:

There are many kinds of Chinese brush, mainly including brush, wool brush and animal bone brush. Brushes are the most commonly used. According to different wool materials, it can be divided into four categories: yellow, spindle, white and black.

Paper:

The paper used in traditional Chinese painting is called Xuan paper, also called "Four Treasures of the Study". Xuan paper is light in texture, good in air permeability and water absorption, and easy to store and keep.

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Ink:

Ink is one of the essential pigments in Chinese painting, which is usually made by grinding edible ink sticks with inkstone. Ink can be diluted with water to adjust the depth, and it is easy to store after drying.

Seal:

The technology of making seals has a long history. In Chinese painting, seals are usually used to indicate the author's name or signature to show his identity. The shape, style and material of seals vary from person to person.

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In a word, whether it is brush, Xuan paper, ink or seal, their selection and use are extremely important, which directly affects the quality and effect of Chinese painting works.