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Heart of the Brush

The Splendor of East Asian Calligraphy

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  • 432pagine
  • 16 ore di lettura

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This comprehensive guide explores the history, techniques, aesthetics, and philosophy of Chinese and Japanese calligraphy, offering a hands-on approach to appreciating the art. It includes step-by-step instructions for brushing 150 classic characters, making it accessible for beginners, enthusiasts, and experts alike. The book delves into the historical development of calligraphy, inviting readers to engage with the craft. Central to the text is the section titled Master Samples and Study, which features 150 characters presented across two-page spreads. Each verso page showcases the character in three distinct styles, highlighting their beauty and identifying the artist when possible. Additional information includes the character's meaning, pronunciation in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese, etymology, and the original pictograph. Stroke order is clearly illustrated at the bottom of each page, detailing the traditional sequence of brush movements. Complementing this, Kaz's unique interpretation of each character is displayed on the facing recto page, providing a personal touch to the exploration of this timeless art form.

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Heart of the Brush, Kazuaki Tanahashi

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Pubblicato
2016
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Titolo
Heart of the Brush
Sottotitolo
The Splendor of East Asian Calligraphy
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
2016
Formato
In brossura
Pagine
432
ISBN10
1611801346
ISBN13
9781611801347
Serie
Descrizione
This comprehensive guide explores the history, techniques, aesthetics, and philosophy of Chinese and Japanese calligraphy, offering a hands-on approach to appreciating the art. It includes step-by-step instructions for brushing 150 classic characters, making it accessible for beginners, enthusiasts, and experts alike. The book delves into the historical development of calligraphy, inviting readers to engage with the craft. Central to the text is the section titled Master Samples and Study, which features 150 characters presented across two-page spreads. Each verso page showcases the character in three distinct styles, highlighting their beauty and identifying the artist when possible. Additional information includes the character's meaning, pronunciation in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese, etymology, and the original pictograph. Stroke order is clearly illustrated at the bottom of each page, detailing the traditional sequence of brush movements. Complementing this, Kaz's unique interpretation of each character is displayed on the facing recto page, providing a personal touch to the exploration of this timeless art form.