Draft: Outline and Paragraph

Outline: 

Introduction

• What is jade

Body paragraphs: 

• History of jade carving
• Where is jade found
  • Break down into dynasties as much as possible (Song, Liao, Jin, Yuan, Qing, etc)
  • Discuss the technology used in the dynasties
    • Bronze rotary machine
    • Iron rotary machine
    • Table-type iron rotary machine
  • What is jade used for?
• Progression of jade carving designs and motifs
  • From 2d to 3d 
• Jade in Chinese tradition (symbolism, significance)
• Different colors of jade (rarity of the jade and its significance in trade)

Conclusion

• Lasting significance of jade in chinese culture and traditions 

Paragraph:

Jade has long been considered an enigma, the strong colorful mineral has a rich history in Chinese culture. Originally used in the Neolithic Age to create weaponry ¹, the mineral quickly became appreciated for its beauty and was carved for ornamental purposes. As the use of jade continued throughout the dynasties the complexity or wares created increased, supported by the development of carving technology. Jade has continued to hold significance in Chinese culture and traditions allowing for jade carving to persist.

Sources

1. Mowry, Robert D. “Chinese Jades from Han to Qing.” Archaeology 34, no. 1 (1981): 52–55. http://www.jstor.org/stable/41726543