娄述德

Lou Shude is an author about whom limited public information is available, and whose work centers on organizing and presenting the painting art of Qi Baishi. Five of his titles are included here: the four-volume Qi Baishi's Painting Art, along with individual volumes devoted to aquatic animals, flowers and vegetables, birds and insects, and landscapes and figures. Arranged by subject, these books systematically present Qi Baishi's achievements in painting animals, plants, birds, insects, landscapes, and figures, combining a compilation of works with accessible art appreciation, and are commonly classified under art and biography. Because details such as dates of birth and death, nationality, education, and professional positions are not clearly recorded, his personal history cannot be described in detail; nevertheless, the existing works show that Lou Shude emphasizes thematic organization and richly illustrated presentation, helping readers understand Qi Baishi's style and artistic achievements by category. The books offer useful reference for general readers and painting enthusiasts alike.