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ISBN10: 140679676X
ISBN13: 9781406796766
Publisher: Hesperides Pr
Published: Jul 30 2006
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.41 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781406796766
Publisher: Hesperides Pr
Published: Jul 30 2006
Pages: 176
Weight: 0.51
Height: 0.41 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
Originally published in 1935, this book contains many examples of Chinese Art and the thoughts underlying the common phrases within it. There are beautiful photographs to illustrate the conceptions of immortal life, the dreams of paradise, the belief in beautified beings transcending mankind in power and compassion. Contents Include Introduction by Laurence Binyon, C.H, Hon. D. Litt, Oxford (Formerly Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings, British Museum) Chronology Bibliography Painting and Calligraphy Sculpture and Lacquer The Potter's Art Bronzes and Cloisonne Enamel Jades Textiles
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