Description

An Introduction To The History Of Chinese Pictorial Art is a book written by Herbert Allen Giles and originally published in 1905. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Chinese pictorial art, tracing its development from ancient times to the present day. It covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of Chinese art, the evolution of different styles and techniques, and the role of art in Chinese society and culture. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period or aspect of Chinese art. It is illustrated with numerous black and white photographs and reproductions of famous Chinese artworks. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of China, as well as for art historians and enthusiasts.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.