The Suyuan Stone Catalogue: Scholars’ Rocks in Ancient China
February 7th, 2008
The Suyuan Stone Catalogue: Scholars’ Rocks in Ancient China
by Kemin Hu
This is one of the most comprehensive and important texts on the collection and appreciation of scholars’ rocks (gongshi) in ancient China. The selections included here, the first to be published in English, are presented with insightful commentary and over 188 wood-block and full-color illustrations, creating an invaluable reference book for all those interested in traditional Chinese aesthetics, gardens, penjing, or simply the brilliant art of nature.
$40 (Retail $50) Signed by Kemin Hu (order now)
Weatherhill, 2002
156 pages. 8.5″ x 11″, Hard Cover
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1. admin
| March 26th, 2008 at 12:47 am
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2. stonefan
| April 8th, 2008 at 12:16 am
I love this book, its a must read…
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