The Mustard Seed Garden Manual of Painting

This hardcover edition of The Mustard Seed Garden Manual of Painting is in good condition, with noticeable wear on the dust jacket, including minor edge tears. The binding is strong, and the pages are clean and unmarked. There are no inscriptions or library markings, enhancing its appeal for collectors.

The Mustard Seed Garden Manual of Painting, translated and edited by Mai-mai Sze, is a renowned art manual originally published as a facsimile of the 1887–1888 Shanghai edition. This specific edition was published by Princeton University Press in 1977 as part of the Bollingen Series. The book offers a comprehensive guide to traditional Chinese painting techniques, making it a valuable resource for artists and historians alike. It includes translations of classical Chinese texts, providing insights into the artistic principles and methods of the era. This edition is distinct for being the First Princeton Paperback printing. The author's expertise in Chinese art adds significant scholarly value to this work. The book is an important acquisition for collectors interested in art history or Chinese culture. The hardcover edition, identified by ISBN 0-691-09940-5, shows some wear on the dust jacket, typical for its age, but remains a sturdy and intact copy.