The Way of the Brush: Painting Techniques of China and Japan
The Way of the Brush: Painting Techniques of China and Japan
Tuttle Publishing
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by Fritz Van Briessen
The Way of the Brush: Painting Techniques of China and Japan examines the technique, style, traditions, and methods of Chinese ink painting and how they were interpreted in Japanese art. Illustrated with over 250 images and packed with instructions, The Way of the Brush covers every aspect of brush painting, from brushstrokes, composition and the painting surface to meaning, perspective and artistic philosophy.
・Part One is a study of the techniques of Chinese painting and explains the elements, techniques and principles which eventually carried over into Japanese painting.
・Part Two is devoted to technical challenges and basic problems associated with the art, including the issue of fakes and forgeries of Chinese art in Japan.
・Also included are three appendices and a full bibliography.
Condition: Very good
Format: Paperback
Published: 1999
Pages / Size: 329p, 25.7 x 19 x 2.2 cm
Language: English
ISBN: 978-0804831949
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