The theory and techniques of building mountains by piling stones

Author: Fang Hui
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features: This book systematically introduces the theory and techniques of building mountains with rocks. Starting from the fundamental techniques of building mountains with rocks, the author analyzes it as a unique art form, covering its evolution, formation, creative methods, processes, characteristics, principles, artistic appreciation, as well as its interplay and autonomy with other landscape shaping arts. The book emphasizes that the technique of building mountains with rocks is the fundamental method in Chinese landscape architecture, and only by mastering this technique can one enter the realm of Chinese landscape architecture.