History of Ancient Chinese Seals

Author: Wang Tingqian
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Publish Date: 2006-06-01
Features: This book introduces the evolution of ancient Chinese seals and their systems. The author utilizes extensive historical and cultural materials, as well as archaeological findings, to propose their own insights into the development of ancient Chinese seals from the perspectives of official systems, historical geography, and customs. It also points out prospects for future research, making it a specialized historical work with significant academic value. The book consists of six chapters, with the first four chapters detailing the seals and their systems of the pre-Qin, Qin and Han, Wei-Jin-Northern and Southern Dynasties, and the Tang and Song dynasties and later periods, respectively. The last two chapters discuss private seals and the artistic schools of seals. The book includes over 40 illustrations and photographs of seals, not only helping readers understand the origins of seals but also allowing them to appreciate the diverse artistry of seals.