Illustrations of the Brushwork Styles of Famous National Painters Throughout the Dynasties

Author: Liu Jingmin
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: This book is far more comprehensive, practical, and of a higher standard than the famous Jieziyuan Huapu, a precious painting manual that was highly praised by the renowned Chinese painter Huang Binhong but long remained hidden in the mists of history. It collects nearly a thousand original works by major from the Wei, Jin, Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, Qing dynasties, as well as the early Republic of China, including various paintings, albums, and fan leaves. It categorizes the works by style, school, and format, making it easy for beginners to grasp the essence of the masters' brushwork and facilitating collectors in appreciating and collecting the art. This book is a valuable reference for studying and researching the brushwork rules of famous works by masters through the ages. After its release in the thirteenth year of the Republic of China, it quickly became a bestseller in Shanghai and was highly regarded by authoritative experts in the art world. The book spans the past and present, tracing the origins of various schools of painting, compiling the brushwork techniques of famous artists from different eras into one volume. Its exquisite content and extensive collection are universally admired.