Fine Paintings of Chinese Dynasties. Volume 2: Characters. Ink Sea Treasures

Author: Qi Gong (Editor-in-Chief)
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Publish Date: 2003-08-01
Features: Throughout the long course of China's historical development, it has created an exceptionally rich and splendid civilization. Works of art with distinct national styles hold a remarkable position, among which painting stands out as a major category. The history of Chinese painting is long-standing, with unique forms, a succession of renowned masters, and a variety of schools. Each historical period has produced countless works, reflecting the social life and aesthetic tastes of that era, showcasing the intelligence and artistic talent of the painters. It is a valuable cultural heritage that holds significant historical and artistic value for building the spiritual civilization of the new era and serves as a reference for innovative art.
The advantage of this book is its flexibility—it can be used as a whole or in parts. It covers the main aspects of Chinese painting while also showcasing the development and achievements of different genres, catering to the interests and needs of various readers. The author hopes this art album can be both rigorous and flexible, combining academic and reference value with scientific rigor and readability.
It is well-known that the number of surviving ancient Chinese paintings is vast, and it is impossible to be exhaustive. Therefore, this album is not simply a collection of images but must select representative painters and works, clarify the development of painting, and explain its artistic characteristics.
Paintings are carriers of ideas, forms, and images, created in specific historical periods and related to the life circumstances, thoughts, temperament, cultivation, and aesthetic tastes of the painters. Providing concise introductions to these aspects will greatly benefit the readers.