Bibliograph

Masterpieces of Chinese painting, 700-1900, [edited by Zhang Hongxing ; with essays by Ling Lizhong, Itakura Masaaki, Charles Mason, Shane McCausland, Camille Schmitt, Clarissa von Spee ; catalogue introductions by Roderick Whitfield]

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Masterpieces of Chinese painting, 700-1900, [edited by Zhang Hongxing ; with essays by Ling Lizhong, Itakura Masaaki, Charles Mason, Shane McCausland, Camille Schmitt, Clarissa von Spee ; catalogue introductions by Roderick Whitfield]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Masterpieces of Chinese painting, 700-1900

Nature of contents

bibliographycatalogs

Oclc number

857525030

Responsibility statement

[edited by Zhang Hongxing ; with essays by Ling Lizhong, Itakura Masaaki, Charles Mason, Shane McCausland, Camille Schmitt, Clarissa von Spee ; catalogue introductions by Roderick Whitfield]

Summary

"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." --, Distributor website

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