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A rhinoceros horn libation cup. 18th century Of flared form, deeply carved on the exterior with plum blossoms, pine boughs and bamboo forming the 'Three Friends of Winter,' issuing from twisted branches forming the base and handle. 5 in. (12.7 cm.) long. Provenance: Christie's, London, 7 November 2006, lot 46.

Made especially for the Chinese market, Nike has created a three sneaker pack that celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival (September 14th), one of Chinese culture’s most important events.  The pack emblazed in gold, white, and maroon includes the Terminator, Air Max 1 and Blazer.  You’ll notice each

Aw Guo at IfGoGo.com posted on “The invisible man in China,” a collection of photographs from contemporary Chinese artist Liu Bolin (en, zh).  There are a collection of 10 images at IfGoGo.com and many more at the artist’s site.

Here are some interesting pictures from a man named "Liu Bolin". The author was born in 1973. Here you can find more works from Bolin. I loved the package of photos so much not only because he really looks like an invisible man but also due to the metaphor behind the photos.

Filed under: News According to French electronics retailer fnac, the above is the 80GB LittleBigPlanet bundle. If they are to be believed, the bundle will include the new 80GB PS3, one Dual Shock 3 controller and a copy of LittleBigPlanet. All of this can be yours for 399.99 €.

Drum Drama, Edinburgh Festival

I'll admit I enjoyed the Beijing Games far more than I expected to. Of course the swimming, diving, track and gymnastics were extraordinary, and it was nice to briefly get wrapped up in something outside my usual focus. But as someone who is fascinated by China's artistic tradition, I also appreciated the Olympic venue and accompanying news coverage.

Architects and interior designers are forever pushing creative boundaries and actively champion the idea of reusing and recycling space, just as Japanese architect, Nobuhiro Nakamura has done in an old hotel in Shanghai, China.

Art Beijing 2008 Exhibition: Yang Yi, Wen Fang, Jiang Pengyi, Liu Ren, Chen Jiagang, Lu Xianyi Where: National Agriculture Exhibition Center - No.16, North Road of East Third Ring, Chaoyang District, Beijing, China Booth: 5-1 When: September 6th to 9th 2008

A New PaintingfromKathy Martin Studio This painting was created using 18 and 24 Karat gold leaf and then made to look antique. The branches were painted in copper leaf. A six step process was used to create this 3D painting. It is painted on a standard playing card as cards work best with the 3D painting process.