Grand Canyon: Tracing Xu Beihong

Author: Fu Ningjun
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Publish Date: 2006-01-01
Features: Xu Beihong, a remarkable artistic pioneer, a cultural superstar who rose from the rural areas near Taihu Lake to the world, and a complex topic encompassing both art and life. In the 21st century, how should we re-evaluate Xu Beihong? Why was Xu Beihong already regarded as a master at the birth of New China, yet his era of survival and growth, as well as the Republican figures he interacted with, were often overlooked? Since Xu Beihong's passing, what other people and events have been associated with him? The great rejuvenation of a nation cannot be separated from the revival of its culture, and to revitalize national culture, one cannot turn away from the sages of cultural history. Xu Beihong is a worthy sage to pursue, a "Father of Modern Art Education," whose life was deeply influenced by Confucian thought while also embracing the essence of the West, almost connecting to the history of modern and contemporary China. The author has traveled extensively to interview eyewitnesses and researchers, from the Great Wall to the Yangtze River, from the European continent to the southern tip of India, striving to restore historical truth and allowing us to re-examine his masterful demeanor and spiritual legacy. Peeling away the layers of time, seeking a true Xu Beihong.