Treasures of Famous Painters Through Chinese History (3 Volumes) - Boxed Set

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Publish Date: 1999-09-01
Features: Showcasing the essence of millennia of Chinese painting, presenting the techniques of master painters. The Treasure of Famous Painters Through Chinese History: A must-have book for those who cultivate themselves, a must-carry book for those who nurture their character, a must-use book for those who study painting, and a must-read book for those who love painting.
The Treasure of Famous Painters, also known as a painting manual, is a specialized book that teaches people how to paint. This book compiles the famous works of renowned painting masters from ancient and modern times, along with classic guides on painting techniques. Starting with Song Bairen's masterpiece on painting plum blossoms, The Plum Blossom Joyful Spirit Manual, from the Song Dynasty, and ending with Wang He's modern collection on painting figures, Thousand Methods of Figure Painting, all the books included are works of excellence. Works such as The Jieziyuan Painting Manual and Ma Dai's Treasure of Famous Painters have long been celebrated in the art world, serving as essential books for those who study painting. Gu's Painting Manual collects the works of over 100 painters, including Gu Kaizhi, Yan Liben, Mi Fu, Tang Yin, and Dong Qichang. The Tang Poetry Painting Manual is truly extraordinary—its paintings are famous works; the accompanying poems are famous verses; and the calligraphy is by master calligraphers such as Dong Qichang. The integration of painting, poetry, and calligraphy is a harmonious masterpiece, a rare achievement in both ancient and modern times.