Li Keran

Author: Bian Pinghu
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Publish Date: 2003-12-01
Features: Li Keran's art theory is an important part of his artistic system. This book conducts a comparative in-depth and systematic study of Li Keran's art theory. It compiles over 80 representative works of Li Keran, organized into ten chapters such as "On the Characteristics of Chinese Painting" and "On Chinese Landscape Painting," and provides detailed analyses of his works. The book presents its arguments in an accessible and concise manner, helping art professionals and beginners better understand Li Keran's painting theory and creative experience, as well as enabling a broader audience of art enthusiasts to appreciate the works of renowned masters. Li Keran (1907–1989) was from Xuzhou, Jiangsu. He studied under Qi Baishi and Huang Binhong, learning Qi's techniques of "ink blocks" and "ink lines," as well as Huang's methods of "accumulated ink," "damp ink," and "broken ink," enriching the expressive power of traditional techniques. Drawing inspiration from Western painting's treatment of light and shadow, he created a new style of landscape painting characterized by darkness, fullness, weight, and brightness. He taught at the Central Academy of Fine Arts for many years and held positions such as Vice President of the China Artists Association and President of the Chinese Painting Research Institute. He published works such as "Li Keran Art Album" and "Li Keran Landscape Sketch Album," and authored "Li Keran's Art Theory."