A collection of painted pottery excavated from 28 Qin tombs dating to the middle and late stage of the Warring States Period at the Jingwei cemetery offers valuable insights into the painting craftsmanship of ancient Qin people.In this article,the microscopic morphology and pigment composition of the painted pottery are analyzed by optical microscope,scanning electron microscope energy dispersive spectrometer,X-ray diffractometer and laser Raman spectrometer.The results show that the red,white,and black pigments are hematite,kaolin and charcoal separately.It is suggested that soft tools resembling fiber brushes were likely utilized for painting.The painting craftsmanship exhibits a relatively rough quality,indicative of production in a folk workshop setting.However,the discovery of purer kaolinite as white pigment reflects the advanced knowledge and evolving usage of pigments among the Qin people.
关键词
泾渭秦墓/战国时期/彩绘陶器/绘彩工艺
Key words
Jingwei Cemetery of Qin/Warring States Period/Painted pottery/Painting craftsmanship