Chinese Furniture (Introductions to Chinese Culture)
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| Rating | : | 4.84 (505 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0521186463 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 142 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-28 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Unique in style, Chinese furniture has long been celebrated for its elegant, artistic lines and strong, durable structure. This book provides an accessible, illustrated introduction to the history, production techniques and rich variety of Chinese furniture, revealing the important part that this furniture has played in the development of China's culture.. Ranging from pieces designed simply to display the beauty and texture of natural woods, to magnificent pieces decorated with lavish carvings, lacquer or precious metals and stones, Chinese furniture is an outstanding representative of the oriental arts
She has published widely on the art history and culture of China. . About the Author Xiaoming Zhang is associate professor of the Art School of Shandong University of Technology
She has published widely on the art history and culture of China. Xiaoming Zhang is associate professor of the Art School of Shandong University of Technology.