The China Painter Instruction Book by George Erhart Balluff
"The China Painter Instruction Book" by George Erhart Balluff is a practical guide on the art of china painting, published during the early 20th century. This instructional manual is designed for both beginners and more experienced artists, providing detailed techniques and instructions for creating beautiful decorative pieces on china. The book covers a variety of topics related to color mixing, application methods, and decorative styles prevalent in china painting. In "The China
Painter Instruction Book," Balluff emphasizes the importance of color theory and its application in china painting, providing insight into how different colors interact and combine. The book includes specific sections on painting flowers, fruits, and figures, along with techniques for enhancing the final aesthetic through methods like dusting, glazing, and the use of lustres. Each chapter systematically guides the reader through both the essential tools and the intricate processes involved in the craft, encouraging a thoughtful and artistic approach to china decoration that marries technique with creativity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Balluff, George Erhart, 1864-1947 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 14018816 |
| Title | The China Painter Instruction Book |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | China painting |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48281 |
| Release Date | Feb 16, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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