Complete Collection of Chinese Painting (3): Five Dynasties, Song, Liao, and Jin - Volume 2

Author: Ancient Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Appraisal Group
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Publish Date: 1999-06-01
Features: This volume includes 68 works. Many of the works are attributed to ancient masters such as Yan Liben, Li Cheng, and Guo Xi, but after expert examination, they are identified as Song Dynasty imitations. However, this does not diminish their cultural and artistic value. The volume also features 16 works from the Liao and Jin dynasties, offering insights into the customs and traditions of ancient ethnic minorities in China, as well as traces of cultural exchange between the Central Plains and surrounding regions. Meanwhile, after Li Tang moved to Hangzhou after the Southern Song Dynasty's establishment, his transitional painting style marked the beginning of the Southern Song painting scene. Additionally, Ma Hezhi's illustrations of the Book of Songs present a substantial scale of art that differs significantly from the mainstream Southern Song style, showcasing a unique charm.