This book is a transcript of Mr. Chen Shizeng's lectures on A Brief History of Chinese Art, delivered in Jinan. It offers a concise overview of the history of painting from the pre-Qin era through the Ming and Qing dynasties, tracing the development of painting across the ages, changes in technique and subject matter, and the rise of major schools and artists. Clear and elegant in style, it is a rare and accessible introduction to the history of art.
