Masterpieces of Chinese painting, 700-1900
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Author
Contributions
- Victoria and Albert Museum - Contributor
Publication
2013 - V&A Publishing, England
Language
English
Word Count
89,500 words, Guess
Page Count
358 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL27155284M
- ISBN-139781851777563
- ISBN-101851777563
- OCLC Control Number857525030
- Library of Congress Control Number2013935666
Classifications
- DDC759.951
- LCCND1043 .M37x 2013
Description
"Painting has always been regarded by the Chinese as a supreme art, equal to those of poetry and philosophy. But dating back over 2,500 years, many Chinese paintings were made to be viewed just for a few hours or weeks. As a result, the masterpieces of the form have been seen very rarely, and then only by a few. This spectacular book accompanies a major V&A exhibition that brings together some of the world's greatest paintings on silk and paper--many of which will be displayed only for a short time. All the paintings are reproduced in full, together with enlarged details. Written by international scholars, the book explains the background against which Chinese painters worked, as well as the original social context of the paintings and their display in the palace, temple, studio, or tomb. Essays on technique, materials, and collecting describe why these paintings are considered masterpieces today." --
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