Peach Blossom Spring Gardens and Flowers in Chinese Paintings By Richard M. Barnhart

1983 Hardcover

Metropolitan Mueseum of Art

Very Good Condition

Art Reference

Peach Blossom Spring: Gardens and Flowers in Chinese Paintings is a 1983 book by Richard M. Barnhart, published by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, that explores the theme of gardens and nature in Chinese art, focusing on "flower and bird painting" as a genre. The book, which originated from a museum exhibition, examines how paintings depict gardens as private sanctuaries and sources of spiritual reflection, featuring works from various dynasties and styles, from imperial palaces to humble scholar's retreats. It is currently out of print but available through second-hand booksellers