Chinese Furniture

3. Auflage 2019
ISBN: 978-0-521-18646-9
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 142 Seiten, Format (B × H): 156 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 228 g

Reihe: Introductions to Chinese Culture

Unique in style, Chinese furniture has long been celebrated for its elegant, artistic lines and strong, durable structure. 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. 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.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Zhang, Xiaoming

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Kunst Kunststile Asiatische Kunst

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1. Historical overview; 2. The lingering charm of texture; 3. Structure and shape; 4. Decorative techniques; 5. Interesting patterns; 6. Cultural significance; Appendix: chronological table of the Chinese dynasties.

Über Autor(innen)

Zhang, Xiaoming
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.