Ming furniture in the light of Chinese architecture

An ideal commingling of exquisite and often rare materials, perfection in craftsmanship and exceptional purity of line are what place Ming design, particularly in furniture, at the zenith of Chinese art. MING FURNITURE IN THE LIGHT OF CHINESE ARCHITECTURE is the first book to show the essential kins...

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Main Author: Handler, Sarah (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Berkeley, CA Ten Speed 2005
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