Abstract
Intended
blank is
a space that an artist intentionally leaves
blank in Chinese paintings. Chinese painters of various dynasties and
generations applied the empty space skillfully and naturally and it use
composition to lead the viewer to experience the artistic intention and
emotional needs of the artist with a contrast between black and white,
emptiness, and solidness. This paper reviews the aesthetics and philosophical
theories of this unique visual style by collation of ancient Chinese major
works of literature and paintings. The technique of intended blank, established
by ancient classic theories, creates spiritual resonance, spatial hierarchy,
and artistic conception for paintings. It is a classic visual feature of
Chinese art developed from philosophical and aesthetic theories.
