• Chinese Culture: Art (English Edition): Calligraphy, Painting, Sculpture, Music, Dance & Drama Explained
  • Chinese Culture: Art (English Edition): Calligraphy, Painting, Sculpture, Music, Dance & Drama Explained
  • Chinese Culture: Art (English Edition): Calligraphy, Painting, Sculpture, Music, Dance & Drama Explained
  • Chinese Culture: Art (English Edition): Calligraphy, Painting, Sculpture, Music, Dance & Drama Explained
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Chinese Culture: Art (English Edition): Calligraphy, Painting, Sculpture, Music, Dance & Drama Explained

Chinese Culture: Art (English Edition): Calligraphy, Painting, Sculpture, Music, Dance & Drama Explained

A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Six Major Chinese Art Forms, from the Four Treasures and the Qingming Scroll to Peking Opera and Beyond — With Comparisons to Western Art
This book explains Chinese art in plain English. It picks six major forms—calligraphy, painting, sculpture, music, dance, and drama—and shows you what makes each one special, from the tools calligraphers use to the stories behind famous paintings, from ancient bronze figures to Peking Opera on stage. Along the way, it points out how Chinese art differs from Western art, so you can see what is truly unique about it. No art background needed.
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About This Book

Chinese Culture: Art is a beautifully illustrated guide that brings the rich tapestry of Chinese art to life for English-speaking readers. Written by Professor Liu Qiangong of Beijing Language and Culture University, this book bridges the gap between Eastern and Western aesthetics with scholarly yet accessible prose. -2-5

What‘s Inside:

  • Calligraphy: The philosophy behind the brush, the Four Treasures of the Study, and legendary masters like the “Sage of Calligraphy.” -2

  • Painting: From elegant ladies to the monumental Along the River During the Qingming Festival – discover the unique approach to landscape and figure painting.

  • Sculpture: Explore the “Oriental Charm” of ancient bronzes, the awe-inspiring Terracotta Army, and serene Buddhist statues. -2-9

  • Music & Dance: Learn about traditional instruments, ancient tunes, and the ceremonial dances that have shaped Chinese culture. -2-9

  • Drama: Follow the evolution from early theater to the refined Kun Opera and the world-famous Peking Opera

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