Download or read book Pictures and Visuality in Early Modern China written by Craig Clunas and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2006-03-01 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pictures and Visuality in Early Modern China is not simply a survey of sixteenth-century images, but rather, a thorough and thoughtful examination of visual culture in China's Ming Dynasty, one that considers images wherever they appeared—not only paintings, but also illustrated books, maps, ceramic bowls, lacquered boxes, painted fans, and even clothing and tomb pictures. Clunas's theory of visuality incorporates not only the image and the object upon which it is placed but also the culture which produced and purchased it. Economic changes in sixteenth-century China—the rapid expansion of trade routes and a growing class of consumers—are thus intricately bound up with the evolution of the image itself. Pictures and Visuality in Early Modern China will be a touchstone for students of Chinese history, art, and culture.
Download or read book China written by Tom Carter and published by Blacksmith Books(JP). This book was released on 2010-07-16 with total page 637 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Beijing Olympics focused the world's eyes on China. But despite increased tourism and rampant foreign investment, the cultural distance between China and the West remains as vast as the oceans that separate them. The Middle Kingdom is still relatively unknown by Westerners. China is in fact made up of 33 distinct regions populated by 56 ethnic groups -- and photojournalist Tom Carter has visited them all. This little book is a visual tribute to the People's Republic of China, with an ardent emphasis on the People.
Download or read book Illustrations of China and its People written by J. Thomson and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-23 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1873.
Download or read book Images of Women in Chinese Thought and Culture written by Robin Wang and published by Hackett Publishing. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This rich collection of writings--many translated especially for this volume and some available in English for the first time--provides a journey through the history of Chinese culture, tracing the Chinese understanding of women as elucidated in writings spanning more than two thousand years. From the earliest oracle bone inscriptions of the Pre-Qin period through the poems and stories of the Song Dynasty, these works shed light on Chinese images of women and their roles in society in terms of such topics as human nature, cosmology, gender, and virtue.
Download or read book Pictures of the Chinese written by Robert Henry Cobbold and published by London : J. Murray. This book was released on 1860 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Each chapter focuses on a different trade or Chinese pursuit, included are the diviner, the Budhist priest, the wine carrier, the blind seer, the collector of paper scarps, the neddle maker, the tailor, the opium smoker, the match maker, etc. Each chapter is accompanied by a full page line "pen and ink etching" by a "a native artist". The etchings are faithful representations of the Northern Chinese."
Download or read book written by Sukming Lo and published by LONG RIVER PRESS. This book was released on 2006 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating book features over three hundred original full-color illustrations-each one depicting the pictographic and artistic origins of a particular Chinese character. It shows how ancient Chinese pictures were derived from actual images and events, gives examples of their use, function, and shared and unique characteristics, and illustrates how the ideas, patterns, and shapes they represent are at the root of the Chinese written language as we know it today. By examining Chinese characters in this way, one gains a deeper understanding and appreciation for the artistic foundations of written Chinese.
Download or read book China in Pictures written by Alison Behnke and published by Twenty-First Century Books. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 88 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Text and illustrations present detailed information on the geography, history and government, economy, people, cultural life and society of traditional and modern China, home to over one-fifth of the earth's population.
Download or read book Pictures of the Chinese written by Robert Henry Cobbold and published by London : J. Murray. This book was released on 1860 with total page 326 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Each chapter focuses on a different trade or Chinese pursuit, included are the diviner, the Budhist priest, the wine carrier, the blind seer, the collector of paper scarps, the neddle maker, the tailor, the opium smoker, the match maker, etc. Each chapter is accompanied by a full page line "pen and ink etching" by a "a native artist". The etchings are faithful representations of the Northern Chinese."
Download or read book Pictures of the Chinese Drawn by Themselves written by Robert Henry Cobbold and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-17 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Pictures of the Chinese written by Robert Henry Cobbold and published by Legare Street Press. This book was released on 2023-07-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explore the rich and vibrant culture of China through a stunning collection of photographs capturing the everyday life of the Chinese people. From bustling city streets to serene countryside, this book offers a unique glimpse into the heart of one of the world's oldest civilizations. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Pictures of the Chinese drawn by themselves described by R H Cobbold written by Richard Cobbold and published by . This book was released on 1860 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book History of Photography in China written by Terry Bennett and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 386 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book History of Photography in China 1842 1860 written by Terry Bennett and published by Mitchell Beazley. This book was released on 2009 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first extensive survey of early Chinese photographers in any language. It is profusely illustrated with more than 400 photographs, many of which are published here for the first time, including a fine selection of Foochow landscapes from the studios of Lai Fong, China's leading photographer during this period, and Tung Hing. Early chapters introduce the historical milieu from which the earliest Chinese photographers emerged and illuminate the beginnings of photography in China and contemporary Chinese reactions to its introduction. Early Chinese commercial photography - both portrait and landscape - are also discussed with reference to similar genres in a more international context. Individual chapters are devoted to Chinese photographers in Peking, Hong Kong, Canton, Shanghai, Foochow, Amoy, Hankow, Tientsin and other ports, Macau and Formosa. These are followed by a series of appendices: writings on photography in China by John Thomson and Isaac Taylor Headland and an invaluable guide to the identification of photographs from the Afong Studio. It concludes with an extensive bibliography, general and regional chronologies, and a biographical index. Publisher's note.
Download or read book John Thomson written by John Thomson and published by . This book was released on 1991 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Chinese Album Leaves in the Freer Gallery of Art written by Freer Gallery of Art and published by Hassell Street Press. This book was released on 2021-09-10 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. To ensure a quality reading experience, this work has been proofread and republished using a format that seamlessly blends the original graphical elements with text in an easy-to-read typeface. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
Download or read book Chinese pictures notes on photographs made in China written by Isabella L. Bird and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-07-29 with total page 65 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chinese Pictures: Notes on Photographs Made in China by Isabella L. Bird is a captivating work first published in 1900. This book offers a unique glimpse into late 19th-century China through the lens of Bird's personal experiences and observations. Known for her travel writing and keen eye for detail, Bird combines her descriptive prose with a collection of photographs she took during her travels. In Chinese Pictures, Bird presents a series of vivid and evocative snapshots that capture the landscapes, people, and cultural practices of China. Her notes and reflections accompany these photographs, providing context and insight into the scenes depicted. Bird’s writing is characterized by its engaging narrative and insightful commentary, reflecting her deep appreciation for the diverse and complex society she encountered. The book serves as both a visual and literary exploration of China, offering readers an opportunity to see the country through the eyes of a Western traveler at the turn of the century. Bird’s observations highlight the contrasts and nuances of Chinese life, from bustling markets and serene landscapes to traditional customs and local dress. Chinese Pictures is a valuable resource for those interested in historical travel accounts, photography, and Chinese culture. Bird’s detailed and personal perspective, coupled with her evocative photographs, provides a rich and immersive experience of a bygone era.
Download or read book Pictures for Use and Pleasure written by James Cahill and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 278 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This is an outstanding piece of work: timely, essential, authoritative, and original. Cahill throws light on obscure artists, emerging styles and regional traditions, unexplored aspects of cultural life, enigmatic iconographies, and questions of authorship and authenticity, leaving the reader richly informed and full of new ideas."--Susan Nelson, Indiana University "Cahill brings the vast body of 'vernacular' painting into the legitimate venue of art historical criticism, giving connoisseurs, viewers, and readers a more capacious and accurate grasp of the world of Chinese pictorial art."--Susan Mann, author of The Talented Women of the Zhang Family
