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The Arts of China

by Michael Sullivan · 1973

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This book presents a fascinating and balanced picture of Chinese art from the Stone Age to the present day. The author concerns himself not only with art, but also with Chinese philosophy, religion, and the realm of ideas.

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ChinaChinaMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 342 pages

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