Research Guides: ARTH 476: Art of China: Getting Started

Getting Started

This guide is intended for students who are enrolled in Art History 476: Art of China, or for those interested in researching the visual arts of China.

Reference works are an excellent way of getting background information on your topic. They're usually trustworthy because they've been written and reviewed by subject experts.

Reference Database

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Electronic & Print Resources

A Companion to Chinese Art by M. Powers
Call Number: Online book; click title to view
Publication Date: 2015
Contains essays spanning the theories, genres, and media central to Chinese art and theory throughout history, including an overview of pre-modern theory, to those exploring calligraphy, fine painting, sculpture and accessories.
The Chinese Art Book by C. Mackenzie
Call Number: 3rd Floor; N7340 .C486 2013
Publication Date: 2013
Examines 300 works, from the Neolithic period to contemporary artists, including painting, calligraphy, sculpture, ceramics, figurines, metal work, photography and video.
Chinese Art by S. Bushell
Call Number: Online book; click title to view
Publication Date: 2012
Includes architecture, sculpture, painting, bronze and ceramics.

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