First published in 1935; this book was intended to provide westerners with a more definite and comprehensive understanding of Chinese Art and its achievements. Newly available opportunities to study authentic examples; such as the Royal Academy exhibition that provided the impetus for this volume; allowed for greater opportunities to conduct in-depth examination than had previously been possible. Following an introduction giving an overview of Chinese art and its history in the west; six chapters cover painting and calligraphy; sculpture and lacquer; lsquo;the potterrsquo;s artrsquo;; bronzes and cloisonneacute; enamel; jades; and textiles mdash; supplemented by a chronology of Chinese epochs; a selected bibliography and 25 images.
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