Item Number: 107241 Title: The Printed Image in China: From the 8th to the 21st Centuries Author: von Spee, Clarissa (ed) Price: Not Available ISBN: 9780714124605 Description: London: British Museum Press, 2010. 24cm., pbk., 192pp. with 129 color illus. Exhibition catalogue. Summary: The British Museum holds one of the finest collections of Chinese prints outside Asia, with particular strength in the modern period. Its wide range includes examples dating back to the invention of printing in China through its development, both technically and aesthetically, over more than a millennium, from the 8th to the 20th century. This book features 100 of the most iconic and important examples from the British Museum’s collection, all illustrated with colour photographs taken specially for this publication. Many have never before been published. The accompanying text explains the important features of each print, including techniques, aesthetic principles and cultural context, to open up this fascinating subject to a wider audience. The introduction gives a concise survey of the subject, explaining how revolutionary the invention of printing in China was and how its influence spread worldwide. Contributions from three international experts give context for the major sections. The unique range and scope of the British Museum’s collection offer the material for a stunning overview which provides a long overdue introduction to the Chinese printmakers’ art. We regret to inform you that this title is no longer available. P.O. Box 3904, Kingston, New York 12402 US Phone: 845-331-8519 Fax: 845-331-0852 Email: michael@artbooks.com |
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