Exploring the Wave Motif in Pictorial Maps: From the Perspectives of Chinese Painting Theory and Water Culture

• Published in: Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences
• Main Author: Mengjie W.; Mastura H.M.J.; Yang W.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elite Scientific Publications 2024
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85203971350&doi=10.57239%2fPJLSS-2024-22.2.00197&partnerID=40&md5=473c02836dc8f389965a7bedf16f0392

As a kind of traditional Chinese motif, the wave motif appeared as early as in the Neolithic age, and has been utilized in various artistic works, daily utensils, and decorative objects in the Song Dynasty. This study explores the visual features of the wave elements in the pictorial maps, combined with the analysis of Chinese painting theory and water culture. Through this study, the wave motif's value, including visual and cultural value, can be found and utilized in contemporary tourist maps. This study can enhance the practicality and cultural value of tourist maps, fostering the preservation and development of water culture. © (2023), (Elite Scientific Publications). All Rights Reserved.