According to what I have seen before

Author: Ge Kangyu
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: "According to Several Views" is a work written by Mr. Ge Kangyu in Jiangjin, Sichuan in the 1940s, with over 90,000 words, documenting 199 ancient paintings and calligraphy. Mr. Ge is both an expert in painting and deeply versed in literature and history, hence his arguments are practical and his writing elegant. He analyzes origins, verifies techniques, and elucidates artistic principles, often presenting insightful perspectives. His calligraphy is meticulous and extraordinary, making it particularly rare. This book has been strongly recommended by Mr. Zheng Chaolin, Mr. Wang Shixiang, Mr. Fan Yong, and Mr. Wu Mengming, with valuable materials provided by Mr. Ge Jizeng. The appendix includes relevant articles by the author, collected by Mr. Fan Yong through friends, and Mr. Wang Shixiang painstakingly wrote a postscript in person. Mr. Wu Mengming provided a calligraphic biography of the author, and the long essay "Retrospection and Prospects of Chinese Painting" was proofread and transcribed.