1949-1966 Art History of New China

Author: Chen Lusheng
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Publish Date: 2000-10-01
Features: The history of New China's art extends its developmental trajectory in a specific historical period. From 1949 to 1966, it was a phase in the development of New China's art, inheriting the Yan'an tradition while paving the way for the "Cultural Revolution" art. During this period, based on the transformation of old art, it was accompanied by various political movements, establishing the service function of art and reflecting distinct characteristics of the era. Art flourished unprecedentedly during this time, achieving improvement on the basis of popularization, creating a series of renowned works in the history of New China's art, and also developing creative methods that influenced later generations. The text of this book follows these fundamental judgments and ideas, starting with the Yan'an tradition and concluding with the "three-in-one" creative principle. Through nearly 600 images and extensive background notes, it presents the history of art during this period.