Dreamy Gowns - Impressions of Chinese Historical Clothing (Impressions of Chinese Historical Clothing)

Author: Han Chunqi
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: The vast and profound five-thousand-year culture of China is the cornerstone that enables our Chinese descendants to stand among the world's nations. The splendid and magnificent Chinese clothing culture is a of colorful pearls embedded in this cornerstone. Throughout the long course of history, the Chinese nation has created an endless array of exquisite garments. And Dreaming Silks merely gathers a of dreamlike impressions, presenting a series of magnificent dreams. Its imagery is not entirely bound by the of materials, nor does it suffocate in the vast distinctions of historical eras. Yet it revives the soul within the of materials and ignites life amid the transitions of dynasties. It uses a unique approach to tracing history to recreate a dreamlike and magnificent chapter. Although it originates from dreams and wanders between dreams and reality, it earnestly expresses a pure devotion, a intoxicated rhythm, and a worship of magnificence. With poetic language, vibrant colors, bold conjectures, and almost whimsical designs, it paints for us a real dream and reenacts a dreamlike reality. This book is exquisitely printed and collects nearly 1,000 images of classical ethnic clothing worn by real people, a rarity among similar books. Therefore, it holds significant reference value not only for fashion designers but also for costume and prop professionals in the entertainment industry.