Author(s)

Zhang Chen

Corresponding Author

Zhang Chen

ABSTRACT

Most Block Printed Chinese New Year Paintings are of exaggerated image and bright colors. Due to geographical characteristics, cultural background, history, folk culture, New year paintings from each region are also showing a different style. Wooden block printed Door Gods’ image is an important species, but also first appeared in Chinese new year paintings. In this papar, we will compare the image of a pair of Door Gods from two different towns which are Zhu xian and Feng xiang. We will compare the artistic characteristics graphically from creation method, Character modeling, colours, current situation of protection. And we will propose the suggestion for the better protection and future development of the Block Printed Chinese New Year Paintings, so that we can carry forward, develop and expand our traditional culture.

KEYWORDS

New Year Painting, The Image of Door God, Zhu Xian Zhen, Feng Xiang, Artistic Characteristics