Talk about the fun of famous people's fan faces

Author: Luo Wenhua (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-12-01
Features: This book is based on the rich and profound Chinese fan culture, with the exquisite fan paintings by renowned masters from ancient and modern times as its thread. Using a combination of narrative and commentary, as well as illustrations and text, it introduces the works of 100 famous artists, calligraphers, seal carvers, writers, scholars, politicians, thinkers, educators, dramatists, collectors, and fan crafters created since the Ming Dynasty. These works are diverse in theme, skillfully crafted, full of charm, and deeply meaningful. The book also interweaves little-known anecdotes about the inside and outside of the fan, aiming to be both informative and engaging. It seeks to provide readers with subtle cultural (cultivation) while also offering a pleasant visual experience. Additionally, it serves as a practical guide or reference for those who enjoy appreciating and collecting famous calligraphy and paintings, as well as fans. The book is richly illustrated, allowing fan collectors to feast their eyes on the works and boosting their confidence in collecting fans. Each note, though brief, sketches the essence without revealing bias, yet its spirit is fully evident, containing many stories and being highly readable.