Research on Ancient Chinese Clothing -- Century Library

Author: Shen Congwen (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2005-04-01
Features: Clothing is an important part of national culture and also a symbol of historical development and social fashion changes. This book relies on rich physical and visual materials, murals, tomb figures, and other illustrative resources, complemented by relevant historical records, to trace the clear trajectory of the development of three thousand years of traditional Chinese clothing culture. From this, one can examine the (jīngluò - means "network" or "pathways" here, but it's a culturally specific term that might be better left untranslated or explained) of national cultural evolution and the mutual influences among various ethnic groups. The production methods, class relations, customs, and cultural institutions of each dynasty become clear at a glance, making it an excellent historical source. The text is elegant and highly readable, with abundant illustrations, many of which are rare treasures. It is a renowned classic praised by experts and favored by readers.