Vandier-Nicolas (Nicole) - Lot 284

Vandier-Nicolas (Nicole) Paris, Seuil, n.d. (circa 1983). Large 4to, hardcover with illustrated dust jacket. An important comprehensive work devoted to classical Chinese painting and its deep connections to literati culture. Nicole Vandier-Nicolas, a renowned specialist in Chinese art, traces the evolution of the painting schools, aesthetic principles, and philosophical foundations that have shaped one of the world’s most refined artistic traditions. Richly illustrated in color and black-and-white, the book reproduces numerous major works—landscapes, scrolls, scholar-painter works, and calligraphic compositions—offering a particularly comprehensive overview of Chinese painting from the Middle Ages to the modern era. A fine reference and consultation volume, highly sought after for the quality of its illustrations and the clarity of its presentation. Condition: very good overall condition; slight signs of wear on the dust jacket.