Description

Asia Society; distributed by New York Graphic Society, [New York], [1974]. Paper covers, 139 pages, black and white illustrations, 28 cm. In acceptable+ condition. Illustrated paper covers have chipping and tearing to the paper over the spine which has been repaired with clear tape. Bumping and creasing to edges and corners and light to moderate overall scuffing and soiling. Binding is still intact. Pages are unmarked. Not Ex-library. A good reading copy. Published in conjunction with the exhibition held at the Asia House Gallery, New York, from January 10 to March 3, 1974. Presents a significant selection of Chinese ink paintings and related ceramics from The Cleveland Museum of Art. Introductory essay and catalogue by Sherman E. Lee, with contributions from James Robinson. Offers a cross-cultural aesthetic study of traditional Chinese brushwork, ink techniques, and historical ceramics, emphasizing both technical and artistic developments. Contents include: Foreword; Preface; The Colors of Ink; Chronological Table; Plates: Paintings; Map of China; Catalogue: Paintings; Plates: Ceramics; Catalogue: Ceramics; Appendix: Seals and Colophons; Bibliography; Index