Illustrated History of Chinese Furniture

Author: Li Zongshan
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Publishing Date: 2001-06-01
Features: The book is divided into eight chapters. Chapter 1 focuses on discussing the general development of Chinese furniture and can be considered an introduction to the history of Chinese furniture. Chapters 2 to 7 introduce furniture from different periods in chronological order, based on the division of Chinese furniture history. While fully utilizing unearthed artifacts and literature, as well as inherited materials, they analyze and comment on the development characteristics of major furniture in a visually rich format. Chapter 8 is a special topic discussion, providing further supplementation and reinforcement of the previous seven chapters, and is particularly valuable for classical furniture enthusiasts. The book strives to comprehensively reflect the grand journey of Chinese furniture history on the basis of objectivity, detail, and accuracy, presenting the characteristics, usage methods, and craftsmanship of furniture from each period as vividly as possible to the readers. The book incorporates a large number of line drawings and images to enhance the visual appeal and readability of the history of Chinese furniture.