"This two-volume set on Chinese art theory provides insights into the theories and practices of traditional Chinese art. The first volume provides an overview of the development of Chinese traditional art over thousands of years. The second volume introduces representative genres of Chinese traditional art. It also conceptualizes fundamental principles and aesthetic characteristics, and shows how Chinese philosophical ideas have influenced the country's artistic expressions. The set is invaluable for students and scholars of art, especially Chinese art theory and history. It will also appeal to anyone interested in the philosophical and aesthetic foundations of traditional Chinese art"--
As the second volume of a two-volume set on Chinese art theory, this book introduces the typology of Chinese art and expands on the aesthetic and artistic theories of Chinese traditional art.
The first part of this volume introduces representative genres of Chinese traditional art, including literary works, painting, and calligraphy. It covers scholar-artist art, folk art, palace art, and religious art at various levels and dimensions. The book demonstrates how Chinese traditional art uniquely embodies the nation's aesthetic sensibility, while reflecting its distinctive national traits in both creation and appreciation. The second part distills these theories to identify the fundamental principles and aesthetic characteristics that best represent the artistic spirit of Chinese tradition. Throughout, this book illustrates how traditional Chinese art reflects the cultural mindset and aesthetic consciousness of its people.
This book is a valuable read for students and scholars of art studies, especially Chinese art theory and history. It will also appeal to anyone interested in the philosophical and aesthetic foundations of Chinese traditional art.
As the second volume of a two-volume set on Chinese art theory, this book introduces the typology of Chinese art and expands on the aesthetic and artistic theories of Chinese traditional art.
