Folk Art and Modern Culture in Republican China

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Focusing on the pivotal 1930s and 1940s, this study explores the complex perceptions of folk art within the modern discourse of Chinese visual arts. It examines how folk art became a source of both pride and shame, highlighting the cultural and historical contexts that shaped these attitudes. Through this analysis, the work sheds light on the evolving ideas surrounding folk art during a transformative era in China.