Complete Collection of Chinese Painting (6): Five Dynasties, Song, Liao, and Jin - Volume 5

Author: Ancient Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Appraisal Group
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Publish Date: 1999-06-01
Features: This volume includes 206 works, all in the form of fan leaves and album pages. These small-scale pieces, despite their limited size, are all masterpieces of exquisite artistry, rich in charm, demonstrating that "small can be grand," and leaving viewers with endless appreciation. Due to the needs of the royal and noble classes in terms of lifestyle and aesthetics, the content of these works is mostly intended for leisure and self-cultivation, as well as showcasing elegance. They also reflect the social customs of the time. It is worth emphasizing that if one wishes to study and research the painting techniques and styles of the Song Dynasty, these works are undoubtedly the best models. The artistic principles and methods they contain, rooted in life experiences, still possess enduring vitality to this day.