Shitao (The Hermann Genius Pocket Guide) - Couverture souple

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ISBN 13 : 9798900080147

Editeur : Hermann Editions, 2026

Synopsis

Discover the expressive landscapes and independent spirit of Shitao (1642-1707), the Chinese painter, calligrapher, poet, and theorist who challenged artistic convention during the early Qing dynasty. This pocket guide contains the complete translated text of "Bitter Gourd Monk's Comments on Painting" and explores his remarkable life and reveals what to look for in his varied brushwork, shifting viewpoints, bold use of ink, poetic inscriptions, and deeply personal responses to mountains, rivers, trees, and gardens. Learn how Shitao drew upon the traditions of Chinese landscape painting while insisting on the importance of individual experience and creative freedom. A focused study of one important work demonstrates how image, calligraphy, and thought come together in a unified expression. Featuring more than 65 full-color reproductions, this beautifully designed guide introduces one of the most original voices in the history of Chinese painting.

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À propos de l'auteur

Shitao was a Chinese painter, calligrapher, poet, and art theorist whose highly individual approach challenged established conventions of landscape painting. He emphasized direct experience, creative freedom, and the expressive potential of the individual brushstroke rather than strict imitation of earlier masters. His paintings and influential writings on art established him as one of the most original voices in the history of Chinese painting.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Hermann Editions
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798900080147
• Reliure: Tapa blanda
• Nombre de pages: 80
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible