The engraving-reliefs on stone ancestral shrines of Wu clan, built from 147 in the period of Eastern Han, are unique in Chinese history both as work of art and testimony. With the style of Engraved painting in which the knife replaces to the brush and the stone to the paper, they reveal a romantic and realistic representation. Illustrating the legends and the documents before Han Dynasty, they show us various figures and social aspects, tell us exciting stories, and offer us a visual past.

Summary     

Preface
Historical context
Important historic resources
Immortal figures
Legendary figures
Confucius
Righteousness, Morality, Piety, Loyalty
Diplomatic combats
Social life
Mascots and symbols
Examples of engraved paintings on stone
List of engraved paintings on stone
Bibliography

Dr. Juan Shen, researcher in History of Art and Archaeology.
Hu Guangyue, deputy director of archaeological research office of Jining city.