Zhang Daqian: Plum Hills Life and Death Maya Dream

Author: Gao Yang
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: Modern painter Zhang Daqian (1899—1983) had a renowned life full of adventures. This book begins with his brief monastic experience at the age of nineteen and gradually unfolds his legendary life journey, including his apprenticeship, imitation of Shi Tao, expertise in calligraphy and painting, meditation at Dunhuang, and his time wandering in Brazil, as well as his emotional life and social interactions. These legendary stories, sketched by Gao Yang's historical pen, allow modern readers to gain a deeper understanding of Zhang Daqian's artistry and character.