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Traditional Architectural Painting in Taiwan adopts many of the styles found in Southern Chinese Architectural Painting. The painting style has multiple influences that reflect the lifestyle, environment and culture or the local area where property is found. Over history, architectural painting has become a popular feature in Taiwan. In my research, I have studied the Tseng Family who had three generations of painters who became masters at this form of art. My study reviewed the content of this traditional style as well as the individuals who crafted this art. The review takes into account the people involved and the objects and techniques used by the Tseng Family in the development of their craft. The review takes into account the history of the family, the professional careers of various members, the locations they worked and techniques passed down through the generations. On a local level, the review looks and explores the heritage and modifying of Southern Chinese style on architectural painting in Yilan, Taiwan. Lastly, I will explore the Ethnography of Craft and origin of this style of painting. The paper will review the Craft Technology, Folkart and Crafts Aesthetic, Specific Patterns, Objects and Material Culture, to define the historical background, origin and to look at the future of this style of painting.
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