Chinese Calligraphy
3rd Edition
Part of Introductions to Chinese Culture
- Author: Tingyou Chen
- Date Published: April 2011
- availability: Available
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521186452
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The art of calligraphy is seen as the epitome of Chinese culture. Originating in the earliest abstract symbols carved on cave walls, animal bones and tortoise shells by the ancient Chinese people, over several thousand years calligraphy has become far more than a means of writing and recording events. This book provides an accessible, illustrated introduction to the history of calligraphy from the beginning of the Chinese written language, the methods and styles used by calligraphers through the ages and the influence that calligraphy has had on modern art around the world.
Read more- An accessible introduction to the fascinating art of Chinese calligraphy
- Written by a Chinese expert in the field whose work is not widely available in the West
- Full colour illustrations support the discussion throughout
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- Edition: 3rd Edition
- Date Published: April 2011
- format: Paperback
- isbn: 9780521186452
- length: 134 pages
- dimensions: 230 x 156 x 9 mm
- weight: 0.25kg
- contains: 114 colour illus. 1 map
- availability: Available
Table of Contents
1. Chinese characters
2. Four treasures of the study
3. Beauty of calligraphy
4. Creativity of calligraphic art
5. Calligraphy and Chinese culture
6. Calligraphy masters
7. Renaissance of calligraphy
Appendix: chronological table of the Chinese dynasties.
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