Bimo Zen Master Baishan

Author: Editorial Committee of "The Art Treasury of Influence"
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: A classroom for cultivating artistic literacy for teenagers, a vital discipline in the journey of artistic life, a comprehensive art popularization series for the entire nation, and an intimate encounter with masterpieces. Carefully planned and compiled by Tangmao Book Industry, the "Influence Art Treasury" series of books is divided into two parts: the Red Volume (Chinese Classical Painting) and the Blue Volume (Western Classical Painting). Currently, the published books (painting section) have reached 40 types. The series selects the most influential classic works of Chinese and Western classical painting and supplements them with valuable information such as the author, creation date, content, material and technique, dimensions, collector, influence index, and related legends. In terms of image processing and binding design, bold innovations have been made to achieve a perfect unity of content and form.
Like other art forms, painting reflects the author's thoughts, emotions, and aesthetic consciousness, as well as the reflection of the times and life. This series of books will guide readers to appreciate painting art, experience the essence and profound heritage of Chinese and Western cultures, and enhance their personal taste and cultural refinement.
Bai Maren (1626-1705), originally named Zhu Da, was a descendant of Prince Ningxian of the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Quan. After the Qing army entered the capital and his family fell into ruin, he shaved his head and became a monk. In his later years, he returned to secular life. He dedicated his life to studying flowers-and-birds painting and landscape painting, becoming a master of painting in the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, with a profound influence on later generations. His brushwork is heavy yet refined, ink colors are lustrous and subtle, his artistic style is majestic, ethereal, and extraordinary, leaving a lasting impression.
Bai Maren left behind many classic works. For example, in "River Flowers" (He Shang Hua Tu), the composition is dense yet balanced, with bold brushwork and a grand, expansive. In "Fish and Bird Painting" (Yu Niao Tu), the figures are exaggerated and transformed, unforgettable and transcending mere imagery.
This book selects classic works by Bai Maren, each accompanied by detailed information such as the title, appreciation, creation date, material, dimensions, technique, collector, and influence index, making it extremely valuable. The album features an innovative binding and exquisite text. The introductory section "Exploring Chinese Painting" also provides readers with knowledge about Chinese painting, including its techniques, appreciation, and collection, as well as how to use this book.