Enter the traditional Chinese arts

Author: Han Jiantang
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Publish Date: 2001-01-01
Features: China, an ancient civilization with a long history in the world. On this vast land of China, human activity traces can be found as early as 1.7 million years ago. Over the millennia, the great Chinese nation has struggled bravely and advanced through hardships. Generations of people from various ethnic groups have created a splendid and brilliant Chinese culture with their hands and wisdom, contributing to world civilization. Ancient Chinese art is an important part of traditional Chinese culture, featuring a unique national style and spirit. The artistic spirit of Chinese art, which emphasizes artistic conception, pursues spiritual resemblance, values integration, and focuses on interest, embodies the characteristics of Eastern culture. This book selects 90 representative masterpieces from ancient Chinese art and introduces them in 8 categories: jade ware, pottery, bronze ware, porcelain, sculpture, painting, calligraphy, and architecture. It aims to provide readers with an understanding of the artistic features and related knowledge of these artworks, as well as a preliminary insight into the general development of Chinese art and the artistic spirit of Chinese art. The book consists of nine parts: Preface to detailed chapters, Overview of Jade Ware, Overview of Pottery, Overview of Porcelain, Overview of Bronze Ware, Overview of Chinese Painting, Overview of Chinese Calligraphy, Overview of Sculpture, Overview of Ancient Architecture, Appendix, Brief Chronology of Ancient Chinese History, Ming Dynasty Chronology, Qing Dynasty Chronology, and Main Reference Books of This Book.