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Penjing: The Chinese Art of Bonsai: A Pictorial Exploration of Its History, Aesthetics, Styles and Preservation,New
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With hundreds of color photographs and illustrations, this Chinese gardening book is a wonderful introduction to penjingChina's treasured bonsai art.Although most people thing bonsai is a Japanese invention, the art originated in ancient China where it is called penjing. The two Chinese characters for penjing ('pot' and 'landscape') capture the essence of this art: sculpting microcosms of the beauty of the natural world from plants, rocks, soil, and water, both as an artistic process and as horticultural cultivation.Both penjing and bonsai are art forms that express the beauty of nature. In China, bonsai, as a part of penjing, is often called 'tree penjing,' or 'tree in a pot.' The Chinese divide penjing into three categories: tree penjing, rock penjing, and waterandland penjing.This Chinese gardening book showcases the Chinese art of penjing in all its aspects for the benefit of penjing aficionados and all other readers interested in Chinese culture. It covers the concept, history, categories, aesthetic features, techniques, display, appreciation, and preservation of penjing. It is a feast for the eyes while providing a wealth of information for the academically inclined as well as the practically minded. There are more than 300 lavish illustrations grouped into three different categories of penjing. The reader will not only be awed by the beautiful compositions of penjing, but will also learn about the Chinese approach to nature and to life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Penjing: The Chinese Art of Bonsai'? A: The book provides an in-depth exploration of penjing, the Chinese art of bonsai, detailing its history, aesthetics, styles, and preservation techniques.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 156 pages filled with illustrations and information about penjing.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I find in this book? A: The book features over 300 lavish color photographs and illustrations that showcase various aspects of penjing.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in gardening? A: Yes, the book serves as a wonderful introduction to penjing and is suitable for both beginners and experienced gardeners interested in Chinese culture.
- Q: What categories of penjing are covered in the book? A: The book discusses three main categories of penjing: tree penjing, rock penjing, and water-and-land penjing.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Penjing: The Chinese Art of Bonsai'? A: The author of the book is Qingquan Zhao.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: The book was published on April 10, 2012.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What binding type does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover with a jacket.
- Q: Can this book help me understand the Chinese approach to nature? A: Yes, the book provides insights into the Chinese philosophy regarding nature, as well as the artistic process of creating penjing.