Chinese Folk Art Encyclopedia (5) Clothing and Accessories Volume. Clothing Part (Upper)

Author: Zhang Xiaoling
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Publish Date: 1993-11-01
Features: "The Wearing Code · Costume Volume (Part 1)" is the fifth volume of the entire series. Chinese costume culture is profound and vast, deeply rooted in the mysterious Eastern wisdom, the philosophical insights into life, the contemplation and appreciation of nature, and the adoration for secular life. All these have accumulated into the historical essence of Chinese costume culture. Meanwhile, the migration and transformation of numerous ethnic groups, as well as the diverse cultural backgrounds and aesthetic patterns shaped by different regions, have continuously combined to form a rich variety of costume styles and decorative concepts, giving rise to distinct costume production systems. This volume extensively collects over 400 exquisite costumes from nearly 30 ethnic groups living in southern China. The vibrant and substantial attire of the Miao people, the broad and majestic costumes of the Yi people, the ethereal and elegant garments of the Dai people, and the simple and sincere outfits of the Zhuang and Dong ethnic groups are all prominently featured. For the first time, it presents a comprehensive study of these costumes from the perspectives of anthropology, cultural studies, ethnology, folkloristics, and art history.