Formation Of Artistic Styles In Landscape Painting Of Northern China At The End Of The 20’Th – Beginning Of The 21’St Century

In 2024, contemporary artists continue to use techniques, forms, and methods of depiction passed down by their predecessors over the centuries. Chinese landscape painting, a separate branch of traditional Guo Hua painting, has always played a significant role in the fine arts of the north of the country. The study of artistic style formation in landscape painting of Northern China towards the end of the 20’th century is complemented by considering two different movements in Chinese traditional painting: salon painting and painting by artists-intellectuals. In addition, the analysis in this article covers examples demonstrating the influence of Soviet landscape painting on the traditional art of Northern China.