Craftpedia Artikel-Stilrichtlinien
Dieses Dokument definiert die Standardstruktur, den Tonfall und die Formatierungsregeln für alle Craftpedia-Artikel über traditionelles Handwerk und handwerkliche Techniken. Es gilt für alle Sprachen und alle regionalen Portale.
Ziel dieses Leitfadens ist es, sicherzustellen, dass alle Craftpedia-Artikel einheitlich, wissenschaftlich fundiert und leicht verständlich sind und gleichzeitig mit maschinell unterstützten Übersetzungsprozessen kompatibel bleiben.
Zweck dieses Leitfadens
Der Craftpedia-Artikelstilleitfaden legt Folgendes fest:
- die erforderliche Struktur für Artikel;
- den bevorzugten Schreibstil;
- Formatierungskonventionen;
- Kategorienregeln;
- Richtlinien zur Bildverwendung;
- Regeln zur sprachübergreifenden Konsistenz.
Jeder Artikel in Craftpedia muss dieser Struktur folgen, es sei denn, ein Portal verwendet einen detaillierteren lokalen Standard.
Allgemeine Grundsätze
Craftpedia-Artikel müssen diesen Grundsätzen entsprechen:
- Klarheit – Informationen müssen klar und verständlich präsentiert werden.
- Genauigkeit – Jede Aussage muss anhand verlässlicher Quellen überprüft werden.
- Neutralität – Artikel dürfen keine werbliche oder voreingenommene Sprache enthalten.
- Einheitlichkeit – Alle Portale müssen dieselbe Artikelstruktur verwenden.
- Respekt vor dem kulturellen Erbe – Terminologie und Beschreibungen müssen alle kulturellen Traditionen respektieren.
Vorlage für die Artikelstruktur
Jeder Craftpedia-Artikel über eine Handwerkstradition sollte der Standardstruktur folgen. Abschnitte können erweitert, aber nicht entfernt werden.
Einleitung
Eine kurze Zusammenfassung (2–4 Sätze) mit folgenden Angaben:
- Name des Handwerks (englischer Name + ggf. Form in der Originalsprache);
- Herkunftsregion des Handwerks;
- Hauptmaterialien und -techniken;
- kulturelle Bedeutung.
Die Einleitung darf keine detaillierten historischen Abhandlungen oder lange Listen enthalten.
Example:
Arita ware (有田焼, Arita-yaki) is a Japanese porcelain tradition developed in the early 17th century in Saga Prefecture. It is known for its refined white clay, cobalt-blue underglaze painting, and strong export influence on European ceramics.
Historical Background
Covers:
- origins (century, founders, influences);
- key historical phases;
- political, economic, or cultural context;
- periods of innovation or decline.
This section may refer to historical periods (e.g., Edo period, Qing dynasty, Joseon era).
Materials
Describes:
- raw materials (clays, woods, metals, pigments, fibers);
- their geographic sources;
- preparation methods (refining, filtering, alloying, softening).
If relevant, describe regional variations.
Techniques
Explains:
- primary production process (step-by-step overview);
- specialized techniques (casting, weaving, throwing, carving, lacquering);
- unique or characteristic methods.
This section should be factual, not instructional.
Tools and Equipment
(Required only if relevant)
Includes:
- traditional tools (e.g., bamboo brushes, kick wheels, chisels);
- specialized equipment (kilns, looms, furnaces).
Regional Variations
Describes differences across:
- prefectures or provinces;
- villages or workshops;
- regional schools or styles.
Each variation should be clearly marked with a subheading.
Cultural and Ritual Significance
(Required only if applicable)
Explains:
- symbolic meaning;
- ritual or ceremonial uses;
- social status associated with the craft;
- relevance in traditional events or beliefs.
Modern Developments
Covers:
- contemporary artists and studios;
- revival efforts;
- museum collections;
- international influence;
- integration into modern design or industry.
Notable Objects or Types
A curated list of representative object forms connected to the craft.
Examples:
- flower vases
- incense burners
- sake cups
- sword fittings
Each item may link to its own article if available.
Gallery
Images must follow:
- preference for museum and open-licensed photographs;
- prohibition of AI-generated images (see Media & Image Usage Policy);
- proper licensing (CC, open access collections);
- accurate and neutral captions.
References
Every article must include:
- academic publications,
- museum catalogues,
- archaeological reports,
- authoritative dictionaries,
- peer-reviewed sources.
Websites may be included if reputable (museums, universities, cultural institutions).
Category Section
Articles must include:
- Mandatory categories
- a domain category such as [[Category:Ceramics]], [[Category:Metalwork]], etc.
- one or more geographical categories (country, region, prefecture)
- a historical period category when clearly applicable
- Optional categories (when applicable)
- period categories (e.g. [[Category:Edo period]])
- [[Category:Religious objects]]
- [[Category:Domestic objects]]
- [[Category:Sword objects]]
- technique or subfamily categories (e.g. [[Category:Porcelain]], [[Category:Stoneware]], [[Category:Bronze casting]])
Categories must follow the naming conventions defined in the Category System Specification.
Writing Tone and Style
- Use a neutral, academic tone similar to museum catalog descriptions.
- Avoid subjective adjectives (e.g., “beautiful,” “magnificent,” “stunning”).
- Avoid speculative statements.
- Prefer short, clear sentences.
- Introduce Japanese, Chinese, or other local terms with transliteration on first use.
Example:
- Correct
“The technique uses iron-rich clay sourced from the local river basin.”
- Incorrect
“This amazing technique beautifully uses clay from the area.”
Terminology Rules
Craft Names
- English name first
- Local name second (script + transliteration)
Example: Imari ware (伊万里焼, Imari-yaki)
Transliteration
Follow ISO or widely accepted museum standards:
- Japanese: Hepburn
- Chinese: Hanyu Pinyin
- Korean: Revised Romanization
Historical Periods
Always use standardized English period names:
- Edo period
- Meiji period
- Ming dynasty
- Joseon dynasty
Image Use and Caption Style
Captions must:
- describe the object factually;
- include century or approximate date;
- include material and technique if known;
- credit museums or sources when needed.
Example: “Porcelain bowl with underglaze blue decoration, Edo period (18th century). Arita ware. Image: Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0.”
Common Errors to Avoid
- mixing historical facts with modern interpretations;
- using inconsistent transliteration;
- overloading the introduction with details;
- missing categories;
- not citing sources;
- using subjective or promotional language;
- describing personal opinions.
Version History
- 1.1 – Replaced “craft article” with “Craftpedia article” and “article about a craft tradition”
- 1.0 – Initial release (English)