The art of calligraphy is seen as the epitome of Chinese culture. Originating in the earliest abstract symbols carved on cave walls, animal bones and tortoise shells by the ancient Chinese people, over several thousand years calligraphy has become far more than a means of writing and recording events. This book provides an accessible, illustrated introduction to the history of calligraphy from the beginning of the Chinese written language, the methods and styles used by calligraphers through the ages and the influence that calligraphy has had on modern art around the world.
| ISBN: | 9780521186452 |
| Publication date: | 3rd March 2011 |
| Author: | Tingyou Chen |
| Publisher: | Cambridge University Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 134 pages |
| Series: | Introductions to Chinese Culture |
| Genres: |
History of art Typography and lettering |
The art of calligraphy is seen as the epitome of Chinese culture. Originating in the earliest abstract symbols carved on cave walls, animal bones and tortoise shells by the ancient Chinese people, over several thousand years calligraphy has become far more than a means of writing and recording events.
Chinese Calligraphy features in the following genres: History of art, Typography and lettering
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Chinese Calligraphy was written by Tingyou Chen and published by Cambridge University Press
Chinese Calligraphy has 134 pages
Yes it is part of Introductions to Chinese Culture series