Ming and Qing Folk Wood Carvings: Historical Opera Characters Volume

Author: Dong Hongquan
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Ming and Qing wood carvings not only embody the poetic charm of Ming and Qing furniture but also serve as an encyclopedia of folk customs. They provide a panoramic display of social life and the lifestyles of people from all strata of society over more than 500 years, from the Ming Dynasty to the Qing Dynasty. This volume includes character-themed wood carvings such as "Jiang Taigong Fishing," "Zhaojun Marrying for State Peace," "Mu Lan Returning Home," and "The Hero's Gallery."