Episode of Series “Asian Notebook”.
Presents traditional aspects of Taiwanese culture. Contrasts the simple life, costumes, and art and crafts of the original natives of Taiwan with the culture of the Chinese. Focuses on the traditions of China as they are retained in Taiwan, including the cultivation of the arts, music, and calligraphy.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
010537
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Taiwan
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Taiwan - Social life and customs
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Village communities
Crafts & Visual Arts → Calligraphy
Crafts & Visual Arts → Handicraft
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Village communities
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)