A History of Chinese Art 2 Volume Hardback Set

by Song Li, Weinuo Jin, Yongnian Xue, Guoqian Shan

Overview

A History of Chinese Art is a lavishly illustrated work covering the history of Chinese art from the Pre-Qin period (pre-221 BCE) to the early twentieth century in two volumes. Compiled by leading art historians at the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing, the volumes offer a Chinese perspective on the rich artistic tradition that has flourished throughout China's long history, from ancient pottery and tomb painting to furniture, sculpture, ceramics, calligraphy and fine art. Discussion is supported by full-colour illustrations throughout, sourced from collections in China and around the world, including recent archaeological discoveries. A History of Chinese Art provides an introductory point of reference for those with an interest in Chinese history, culture and art.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781107016613
Publisher:	Cambridge University Press
Publication date:	12/22/2016
Series:	The Cambridge China Library
Pages:	1500
Sales rank:	845,231
Product dimensions:	7.68(w) x 9.96(h) x 3.54(d)

Table of Contents

Part I. Pre-Qin To Han Dynasty Li Song; Part II. Wei To Tang Dynasty Jin Weinuo; Part III. The Five Dynasties To Yuan Dynasty; Part IV. Ming To Qing Dynasty; Part I Dong Jianli; Section 1. Introduction; Section 2. Jingdezhen; .