An Introduction To The History Of Chinese Pictorial Art (1905) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104613341)

""An Introduction To The History Of Chinese Pictorial Art"" is a book written by Herbert Allen Giles and published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Chinese pictorial art, covering the period from the earliest times up to the 19th century. It explores the different styles and techniques used in Chinese art, as well as the cultural and historical context in which they developed.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period or aspect of Chinese art. The first chapter provides an introduction to the subject, discussing the importance of Chinese art in the wider context of Chinese culture and society. The subsequent chapters cover topics such as the art of the Han dynasty, Buddhist art, landscape painting, and the art of the Qing dynasty.Throughout the book, Giles provides detailed descriptions and analyses of individual works of art, as well as broader discussions of the themes and motifs that are common in Chinese art. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the art he is describing.Overall, ""An Introduction To The History Of Chinese Pictorial Art"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese art and culture. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject, and is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it easy to understand even for those with little prior knowledge of the topic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Herbert Allen Giles
ISBN-10: 1104613344
ISBN-13: 9781104613341
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2009
Pages: 242
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.72lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d