ISBN:
9789629371883
,
962937188X
Language:
English
Pages:
ix, 435 Seiten
,
Illustrationen
DDC:
709.5
Keywords:
China
;
Malerei
;
Terminologie
;
Fachsprache
;
Geschichte
Abstract:
Essential Terms of Chinese Painting' provides a comprehensive coverage of the broad spectrum of Chinese painting. Through an array of some 900 terms, it exhibits the history of Chinese culture, as interpreted by artists and portrayed in their work. In masterful detail, it describes not only the artistic implements and drawing styles, but also how these are influenced by changing cultural considerations over time such as religion, philosophy, intellectual ideas, and political developments. From the broad view of how the change of dynasties affected painting trends in both format and subject, to the smallest detail of the methods used to paint different styles of tree branches, this is a full compendium of the scope and depth of artwork from China.00This volume features twelve chapters which0? explore all major areas of art including techniques, implements and materials, inscriptions and seals, painting and mounting formats for all categories including landscape, bird-and-flower, figure and auspicious paintings;0? provide a helpful resource for readers to enjoy Chinese art with over 500 full-colour illustrations and pictures to further elaborate the terms discussed;0? serve as an introduction to begin a true understanding of traditional Chinese painting.001. Categories of Painting 02. Painting Theories 03. Connoisseurship and Criticism 04. General Painting Techniques 05. Landscape Painting 06. Bird-and-Flower Painting 07. Figure Painting 08. Auspicious Painting09. Painting Manuals010. Implements and Materials 011. Inscriptions and Seals 012. Formats and Mounting of Painting
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