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Brush 150 Characters Through Centuries of Art

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Explore Chinese and Japanese calligraphy through history, aesthetics, and philosophy. Study 150 classic characters in multiple styles with meanings, pronunciations, and etymologies. Clear stroke-order diagrams and practical guidance invite beginners to start brushing. Full-page interpretations by Kazuaki Tanahashi enrich each character study.

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ISBN: 9781611801347

Authors: Kazuaki Tanahashi

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Paperback

Related Collections: Art, History, Philosophy

Related Topics: Drawing, Design, History, Crafts, Art and Photography, Asia, Art History

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Its history, techniques, aesthetics, and philosophy, with an in-depth practical guide to understanding and drawing 150 characters. A guide to the history and enjoyment of Chinese and Japanese calligraphy, offering the possibility of appreciating it in a hands-on way, with step-by-step instructions for brushing 150 classic characters. This book is a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the history and art of calligraphy as it's been practiced for centuries in China, Japan, and elsewhere in Asia. It works as a guide for the beginner hoping to develop an appreciation for Asian calligraphy, for the person who wants to give calligraphy-creation a try, as well as for the aficionado who just wants to browse through and exult in lovely examples. It covers the history and development of the art, then the author invites the reader to give it a try. The heart of the book, called Master Samples and Study, presents 150 characters—from action to zen—each in a two-page spread. On each verso page the character is presented in three different styles, each one chosen for its beauty and identified by the artist when possible. The character's meaning, pronunciation (in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese), etymology, the pictograph from which it evolved, and other notes of interest are included. At the bottom of the page the stroke order is shown: the sequence of brush movements, numbered in their traditional order. On each facing recto page is Kaz's own interpretation of the character, full page.

One Line Summary of the Book

Brush 150 Characters Through Centuries of Art

Who is this book for?

A Note On Book Covers

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.