THE CULTURAL AND VISUAL ART DIMENSIONS OF KHITAN CERAMICS

Abstract

Khitan ceramics were handmade by craftsmen in the Liao Dynasty during the existence of the Liao Dynasty. They were daily-use ceramics and decorative ceramics with typical Khitan national style and characteristics of grassland nomadic life for local people's daily life. In order to apply the unique Khitan ceramic art style to the local cultural and creative industry, this study aims to explore the characteristics of Khitan ceramics and the local natural environment, living customs, national beliefs and visual arts. In the field of descriptive analysis, this study adopted a qualitative approach. Taking the Khitan ceramics from Chifeng City, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region as the research object, combined with the local natural environment and the culture and beliefs of the Khitan people, the shape, modeling lines, colors and pattern layout of Khitan ceramics are analyzed, and the visual art of Khitan ceramics is understood and displayed. The research results show that Khitan ceramics have diverse shapes, smooth lines, natural colors, and simple and elegant patterns. The decorative patterns of Khitan ceramics reflect the cultural beliefs and daily life of the Khitan people. Applying the unique Khitan ceramic art to the local cultural and creative industries will not only help protect and inherit the Khitan cultural heritage, but also provide inspiration and reference for the development of modern cultural industries. This study has important academic value and practical significance for understanding the artistic value and cultural significance of Khitan ceramics.