Название: Things Chinese: Antiques, Crafts, Collectibles
Автор: Ronald G. Knapp, Michael Freeman
Издательство: Tuttle Publishing
Год: 2015
Формат: epub
Страниц: 144
Размер: 20 Mb
Язык: English

Китайские артефакты с детальным описанием:
мебель, шкатулки, ширмы, каллиграфия и живопись, вышивки, лаковые миниатюры,
посуда и чайные приборы, маски, игровые принадлежности.

China's renowned art objects, furnishings, and handicrafts have long been sought by collectors and inspired designers.
Through 60 emblematically Chinese antiques and items, Things Chinese opens up the world of Chinese culture.
Things Chinese brings together China scholar Ronald Knapp, who describes the history and use of these Chinese artifacts
in fascinating detail, and Michael Freeman, whose work has appeared in magazines such as the Smithsonian, GEO and Conde Nast Traveler,
For lovers of Chinese style, Things Chinese is a treasure trove of riches.

The history, cultural significance and customs surrounding these exemplars of Chinese art and material culture
come into dazzling focus through detailed descriptions and full-color photographs.

Items covered include:
Bamboo furniture
Ivory carving
Snuff bottles
Mooncake molds
Musical instruments
Mahjong sets
Fengshui compasses