Beijing Cultural Relics Essence Series (Furniture Volume)

Author: Editorial Committee of "The Essence of Beijing Cultural Relics" and Beijing Municipal Bureau of Cultural Relics
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Publishing Date: 2003-02-01
Features: The "Essence of Beijing Cultural Relics" Furniture Volume includes 122 pieces (sets) of furniture from the Liao, Jin, Ming, and Qing dynasties. The furniture in this volume are arranged in chronological order: Liao and Jin period, Ming dynasty, and Qing dynasty. Within this chronological sequence, the furniture are further categorized into six types: chairs and stools, small tables and stands, cabinets, beds and couches, racks, and screens. At the beginning of the volume, there are two essays titled "The Beauty of Chinese Classical Furniture" and "Ornaments of Ming and Qing Furniture." At the end of the volume, there are illustrated explanations that provide details on the names, dates, materials, original locations, and current locations of the furniture, aiding researchers. The furniture included in this volume are collections from museums, cultural heritage management offices, and cultural relic protection units in Beijing. A small number are selected from private collections in the Beijing area. The dates of the furniture included are mostly identified by experts. Due to the difficulty in accurately determining the age of furniture, this volume is temporarily divided into broad historical periods and furniture styles.