Illustrated Dictionary of Chinese Five Blessings: Lu

Author: Huang Quanxin Zhou Ye
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: "The Five Favors of China - A Treasury of Auspicious Patterns," this book compiles exquisite auspicious patterns passed down through generations and collected over decades by Mr. Huang Quanxin. It is truly a feast for the eyes. The collection features both the elegance of the Ming Dynasty and the grandeur of the Qing Dynasty; it includes both the imperial treasures and the rustic charm of the folk; it embodies the roughness of the North and the delicacy of the South. Organized according to the "Five Favors Complete Collection," it is divided into five sections: Fortune, Prosperity, Longevity, Joy, and Wealth, with 119 auspicious patterns in each section, totaling 595. It covers almost all aspects of traditional Chinese auspicious patterns, and each pattern is accompanied by research and interpretation, making the text and images complement each other perfectly.