Publisher's Synopsis
""Painting in the Far East: An Introduction to the History of Pictorial Art in Asia, Especially China and Japan"" is a comprehensive book written by Laurence Binyon that provides an in-depth exploration of the history of painting in Asia. The book focuses on the two major artistic traditions of China and Japan, but also covers other regions such as Korea and Vietnam. The book begins with an overview of the early history of painting in Asia, including the development of calligraphy and the use of ink and brush. Binyon then delves into the key stylistic movements and techniques of Chinese painting, including landscape, figure painting, and bird-and-flower painting. He also discusses the influence of Buddhism and Taoism on Chinese painting. The second half of the book is dedicated to Japanese painting, with a focus on the development of the unique Japanese style of painting known as Yamato-e. Binyon examines the role of religion and the influence of Chinese painting on Japanese art. He also discusses the different schools and techniques of Japanese painting, including ukiyo-e and suibokuga. Throughout the book, Binyon provides detailed analysis of specific paintings and artists, as well as the cultural and historical contexts in which they were created. The book is illustrated with numerous black-and-white and color plates, providing readers with a visual understanding of the styles and techniques discussed. Overall, ""Painting in the Far East"" is an informative and engaging introduction to the rich history of painting in Asia, making it an essential read for art lovers and scholars alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
