The art of calligraphy in modern China

• Main Author: Barrass, Gordon S (Author)
• Corporate Author: British Museum
• Format: Book
• Language: English
• Published: London The British Museum Press 2002
• Subjects: Calligraphy, Chinese > History > 20th century; Calligraphers > China
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• Item Description: Published to accompany an exhibition held at the British Museum, Feb.-May, 2002
• Physical Description: 288 pages illustrations (chiefly color) 30 cm
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references (p. 280-283) and index
• ISBN: 0714124001; 9780714124001

Both a means of communication and a revered form of art, calligraphy is a defining feature of Chinese culture. This text describes 25 individual calligraphers in the context of modern Chinese art and politics.