Chapter 1 A General Introduction to the Traditional Arts of China Section 1 The Origin of Traditional Arts Section 2 Science, Technology and Traditional Arts Section 3 Belief and Traditional Arts Section 4 Aesthetics of Traditional Arts Chapter 2 The Wisdom Behind Traditional Arts in China Section 1 Practical Applications of Traditional Arts Section 2 The Suitability of Traditional Arts Section 3 The Skills Behind Traditional Arts Chapter 3 Traditional Artistic Techniques Section 1 The Art of Jade Polishing Section 2 The Art of Ceramics and Porcelain Section 3 The Art of Painting Section 4 The Art of Metalworking Section 5 The Art of Weaving Section 6 The Art of Wood and Stone Carving Section 7 The Art of Ivory Carving and Micro—carving Chapter 4 Traditional Arts Systems Section 1 Industrial Guilds Section 2 The Handicraft System Section 3 Protection and Development of Traditional Arts Chapter 5 The Long History and High Esteem of Traditional Arts Section 1 Legendary Founders of Traditional Arts Section 2 Historical Craftsmen and Famous Artists Section 3 Literature on Arts Author's Note A Brief Chronology of Chinese History