New Release: The Multivalent Screen

As multi-functional as they are artistically important, folding and standing screens assume a variety of roles unique to the cultures of East Asia. Frequently used in dwellings, temples, and tombs, East Asian screens have a rich history from ancient times up to the modern period, and yet they rarely have been examined as an art form in themselves. This volume of essays makes the art of screens its focus of inquiry. Originally written for the Center for the Art of East Asia’s 2011 symposium, “The Screen in East Asia and Beyond,” these nine essays take a fresh look at the complexity of this traditional art form by presenting the most recent art historical research and analysis of archaeological evidence. Starting from Bronze Age China, the essays address the historic use of screens in East Asia, the materials used in their creation, and the significance of their artistic content. The essays explore a variety of philosophical, religious, political, aesthetic, and gender issues related to the production of the screens. These scholarly studies are suitable for serious students and can also be appreciated by a broad range of art audiences.

Contributions by:
Guolong Lai, Katherine R. Tsiang, Wei-Cheng Lin, Li Xi, Masaaki Itakura, Elizabeth Lillehoj, Hyunsoo Woo, Guo Weiqi and Wu Hung.

Published by:
Art Media Resources, Chicago
The Center for the Art of East Asia, University of Chicago.

Exciting New Changes Ahead!

Thanks to your patience and support, we are pleased to announce our most expansive undertaking yet, the Paragon Book Project. For over half a century, we have provided hard-to-find resources on Asian art and culture to the American public. Now, it is with great pleasure that we announce this new venture to make foreign titles even more accessible.

Previously, when purchasing books online from the Far East, constraints and limitations have been an unavoidable part of the process. Either you're able to find the text you're searching for from a reputable bookseller at a significant markup, or you're stuck rummaging through the digital marketplace with few guarantees of quality. With Paragon Book Project, our goal is to provide customers with direct access to every major publisher in China. No more compromises or limitations, just the books that you need through a brand you trust. What's more is that we will provide this service to you without international shipping fees.

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