1) this form of readymade, often hand-made art is quickly disappearing as skyscrapers and shopping malls take their place; and

2) most foreigners in and out of China have no idea what they mean. Click on each picture for translations. Context accompanies most photos and other photos will be added.

Please visit the forum and leave your comments. Also, the last page, links, give you access to several pdf files that can be used to study Chinese through many of these images and newer ones.