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1. Landscape Painting

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   Historical Development in East Asia
   The earliest formal explorations of landscape as an independent subject are found in East Asian art, particularly in China. During the Tang Dynasty, the concept of shān shuǐ (mountain-water) emerged, where landscapes were not mere topographical renderings but rather manifestations of cosmic principles and the artist's inner tranquility. Painters sought to capture the qì (vital energy) of the scene, often employing techniques that suggested vastness through empty space. The…