First Influence Art Treasury -- Chinese Inheritance Famous Paintings (Jin Yuan)

Author: Editorial Committee of "Art Treasury of First Influence"
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: Youth Art Education Class, a set of nationwide art popularization readers; an item of self-cultivation and a close encounter with masters.
Portraiture is one of the three major painting genres of Chinese painting, referring to paintings that primarily depict human figures, abbreviated as "portraiture." It emerged earlier than landscape painting and flower-and-bird painting. When appreciating such works, one should primarily focus on the environment and atmosphere depicted, observing whether the figures are vividly and realistically portrayed, embodying both form and spirit—i.e., whether they "convey the spirit." For example, the court ladies in Gu Kaizhi's Admonitions to the Court Ladies exhibit an elegant and composed demeanor; the expressive and lifelike figures in Yan Liben's Locking the Admonitions are rich in emotion and meticulously rendered; and the playful yet enigmatic spirit of the immortal in Liang Kaitai's Ink-Wash Immortal is vividly brought to life.
This album features a selection of masterpieces from the Jin Dynasty to the Yuan Dynasty, each accompanied by information such as the work's title, commentary, era, material, dimensions, artist, collector, and influence index, making it exceptionally valuable. The album features an innovative design, exquisite text, and an introductory section titled "Getting Closer to Chinese Painting" that provides readers with knowledge about the painting, appreciation, and collection of Chinese painting, as well as guidance on how to use this book.