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Three Thousand Years of Chinese Painting,Used
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From Neolithic painted petroglyphs, early paintings on silk, and landscapes by twelfthcentury literati to the traditional handscrolls being produced today, Chinese painting has always had the power to enthrall. This magnificent book, written by a team of eminent international scholars, is the first to recount the history of Chinese painting over a span of some three thousand years. Drawing on museum collections, archives, and archaeological sites in Chinaincluding many resources never before available to Western scholarsas well as on collections in other countries, the authors present and analyze the very best examples of Chinese painting: more than 300 of them are reproduced here in color. Both accessible to the general reader and revelatory for the scholar, the book provides the most uptodate and detailed history of Chinas pictorial art available today.In this book the authors rewrite the history of Chinese art wherever it is foundin caves, temples, or museum collections. They begin by grounding the Western reader in Chinese traditions and practices, showing in essence how to look at a Chinese painting. They then shed light on such topics as the development of classical and narrative painting, the origins of the literati tradition, the flowering of landscape painting, and the ways the traditions of Chinese painting have been carried into the present day. The book, which concludes with a glossary of techniques and terms and a list of artists by dynasty, is an essential resource for all lovers of, or newcomers to, Chinese painting.Three Thousand Years of Chinese Painting is the inaugural volume in a new series, The Culture & Civilization of China, a joint publishing venture of Yale University Press and the American Council of Learned Societies with the China International Publishing Group in Beijing. The undertaking will ultimately result in the publication of more than seventyfive volumes on the visual arts, classical literature, language, and philosophy, as well as several comprehensive reference volumes.Published in association with Foreign Languages Press, Beijing
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Three Thousand Years of Chinese Painting'? A: The book provides a comprehensive history of Chinese painting spanning over three thousand years, showcasing artistic developments and cultural significance.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Richard Barnhart and a team of eminent international scholars specializing in Chinese art.
- Q: What types of artworks are featured in the book? A: It features over 300 reproductions of significant Chinese paintings, including landscapes, handscrolls, and classical works.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Chinese art? A: Yes, the book is accessible to general readers and provides insights for both newcomers and scholars alike.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Three Thousand Years of Chinese Painting'? A: The book was published on October 1, 2002.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 416 pages.
- Q: What binding format is used for this book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding format.
- Q: Does the book include any resources for further study? A: Yes, it concludes with a glossary of techniques and terms as well as a list of artists organized by dynasty.
- Q: What is the category of this book? A: The book falls under the category of Criticism, focusing on art history.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is the inaugural volume in 'The Culture & Civilization of China' series, which aims to publish more than seventy-five volumes on various aspects of Chinese culture.