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This project pays homage to "The Spring Festival Along the River," a renowned hand scroll by Zhang Zeduan, created in the early 12th century. It visually narrates a journey from the rural countryside to the bustling imperial capital of Bianliang (modern Kaifeng) during the Northern Song Dynasty. This scroll captures the vibrant commercial life and cultural richness of the largest city in the world at the time. The hand scroll, read from right to left, showcases various activities and scenes, offering a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period of Chinese history.
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Documenting the Journey: A HAND SCROLL Project in the Spirit of Zhang Zeduan And the Northern Song
“The Spring Festival Along the River” To Be Read Right to left A Hand Scroll by Zhang Zeduan (created in the early 12th Century)
The scroll depicts a journey from the rural countryside to the imperial capital Bianliang (modern Kaifeng), the Northern Song capitalalong the Grand Canal.
Suburbs The Suburbs
“The Spring Festival The Spring Festival Along the River” provides a wealth of detail on the varieties of commercial activity in Kaifeng during it’s day.
City Gates Welcome to Kaifeng, the largest city in the world! Passing through the great Gate of the City
“A Trip Up the River at Qingming Festival” painted by Zhang Zeduan, during the Northern Song Dynasty(960-1127).
