History of Chinese Architecture

Author: Yue Jiaozao
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Publishing Date: 2005-01-01
Features: A specialized monograph on the history of Chinese architecture, considered the earliest such work before the liberation. Yue Jiaozao (read extensively) and extensively collected historical records, photographs, prints, and photographs, as well as materials on architecture from the four major classical Chinese literature categories (Jing, Shi, Zi, and Ji). He meticulously reviewed and extracted information, categorizing and preserving it over more than ten years. Yue Jiaozao studied the historical development of Chinese architecture from perspectives such as textual studies, epigraphy, history, classical literature, and painting art, offering a unique vision. He moved successively to Guiyang and Beijing, dedicating his life to China's democratic revolution, scholarship, and education, constantly migrating with a firm resolve to serve the nation. This book is a testament to his unwavering dedication.
Recommended for the following readers:
Architects or real estate developers, architecture students or homebuyers, scholars of Chinese architectural and cultural history, and government officials.
A grand scale, prominent imagery, a roof occupying a significant proportion of the facade, exaggerated forms, and rich colors represent the Qin and Han style of Chinese architecture. The Qin and Han architecture laid the rationalist foundation for Chinese architecture.
Majestic and imposing, expansive and dignified, robust in form, varied in outline, and lavishly decorated—these characteristics represent the Sui and Tang style of Chinese architecture. Sui and Tang architecture embodies the romantic spirit of Chinese architecture.
Regularly proportioned cities, vibrant and lively streetscapes, the widespread presence of private and imperial gardens, and the mature techniques of landscape design represent the Ming and Qing style of Chinese architecture. The late Qing architecture inherited both the rationalist spirit and the romantic sentiment.
Elegant and grand, rigorous and exquisite, free and graceful, intimate and inviting—this is the spirit of Chinese architecture.