Name: The History of Mannequins (Revised Edition)
Author: Written by Chen Zui

Stats

8.8Score

16Chapters

Synopsis

This book vividly tells the historical story of human models in the field of art in ancient and modern times, both at home and abroad. Taking the world's famous paintings and sculptures as the starting point, it shows the history of human models from their birth to their development to modern times when they were recognized and respected by society. The author Chen Zui is the first person to study the theory of nude art in China. It digs into the stories behind the works of art, telling us how models and artists collaborated to create works of art that have been passed down to this day, and uses examples to show the importance of models in the creation of works of art. Liu Haisu once said: "The beauty of the human body is the most beautiful of all beauties." It can be said that human models have promoted the process of artistic creation to a certain extent.

Reader comments

So pretty, so pretty
21 likes1y ago
I particularly like the stories of collaboration between artists and models told in the book, which are really interesting. Moreover, the book also mentioned the importance of human body beauty to artistic creation, which gave me a deeper understanding of art. I think this book is not only suitable for people who are interested in art, but also for newly married girls like me. It allows us to better appreciate and understand the beauty of the human body.
19 likes1y ago
If you just look at the pictures, it does look pretty.
18 likes8mo ago
The people in the picture in this book are all dedicated to art, which is great. Very tense. I'm so nervous
11 likes1mo ago
I'm here to appreciate art
4 likes8mo ago
A very good popular science article about art
4 likes7mo ago
The pictures are pretty and the content is interesting [shy]
1 like1mo ago
Objective and true, the content is basic, and it is very helpful for amateurs to learn painting.
1mo ago

In booklists 10

I Just Picked up a 50000G Mobile Phone. I'll Give It a Try with Some Books.

79.3MViews1.5kBooks2dUpdated

Is There Any Book That Teaches Fortune Telling and Divination?

78.5MViews214Books5dUpdated

A Sign-In Gift Pack Every Day

57.4MViews475Books9dUpdated

Looking for a Study List for OC People

I would like to read a book similar to "Jungian Psychology". Are there any OC references or books to study? I prefer Jungian psychology/personality typology. Others can also be recommended. Religion, writing skills, mysticism, psychology, and design can all be recommended.

11.6MViews543Books1dUpdated