Architecture and Sculptural Art of Jiangnan: The Huizhou Volume

Author: Chang Bei
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: This book is based on field research, with illustrations accompanying the text, providing an appreciation and evaluation of the current state of ancient villages and buildings in the Ming and Qing Dynasty "Huizhou" region, county by county and village by village. It particularly focuses on the decorative art of the "Huizhou Ancient Architecture ," summarizing its characteristics and evolution, and exploring the causes behind its development in terms of geography, history, economy, culture, philosophical concepts, ethical morals, and psychological patterns. It also discusses the artistic value and protection and development strategies for these architectural treasures.