An Illustrated Brief History of Chinese Decorative Arts

An Illustrated Brief History of Chinese Decorative Arts
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Publisher : Shanghai Press
Total Pages : 475
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ISBN-10 : 9781938368561
ISBN-13 : 1938368568
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Book Synopsis An Illustrated Brief History of Chinese Decorative Arts by : Gang Shang

Download or read book An Illustrated Brief History of Chinese Decorative Arts written by Gang Shang and published by Shanghai Press. This book was released on 2022-01-10 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Chinese decorating art, in myriad media—bronze, ceramics, silk, embroidery, lacquer, jade, enamel, gold, and silver—and of carving and sculpture, is an ageless tradition of exquisite craftsmanship. Its evolution since ancient times was driven not only by the expanding use of materials available, but advances in technology. The understated elegance of Chinese aesthetics in arts and crafts, both functional and decorative, has in many ways influenced the development of the Chinese cultural identity, becoming emblematic of Chinese civilization in its worldwide dispersion. This concise history, complete and lucidly accessible, captures this millennia-old tradition, from the Neolithic Age to the late Qing when the last imperial reign unraveled, and the rise and evolution of its various forms, tracing the chronology of Chinese dynasties. Well researched and richly illustrated with more than 200 artefacts, it offers a fascinating journey through the evolution of Chinese aesthetics in the context of changing societies, reflecting the underlying qualities of the Chinese mind and a cultural heritage that endured uninterruptedly through millennia.


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