Chen Mingda: A History and Theory of Ancient Architecture and Sculpture

Author: Chen Mingda
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Publish Date: 1998-12-01
Features: Ancient Chinese architecture holds a significant position in the history of world architecture due to its unique artistic style and technical system. Over the long term, scholars in this field have achieved remarkable research results. To promote the in-depth development of research in this area, the Cultural Relics Publishing House has specially launched the "Series of Theories on the History of Chinese Ancient Architecture." Mr. Chen Mingda is an outstanding architectural historian in China. Since joining the Society for the Study of Chinese Architecture in 1932, he has dedicated himself to the study of the history of ancient Chinese architecture and sculpture under the guidance of Mr. Liang Sicheng and Mr. Liu Dunzhen. He has made creative contributions in explaining the profound meanings of the classic "Yingzao Fashi" and exploring the design principles of ancient architecture. This book collects thirty-five academic papers and other articles written by the author since the founding of New China in 1949, along with an appendix of the author's professional autobiography and chronology. The book is divided into two parts: "Theories on the History of Architecture" and "Theories on the History of Sculpture," each arranged in chronological order based on the publication dates of the articles. These are the author's genuine insights gained from in-depth research in these two academic fields.