Chinese Symbolism and Art Motifs - A Comprehensive Handbook on Symbolism in Chinese Art Through the Ages (Paperback, 4th Revised edition)

In Chinese Symbolism and Art Motifs Fourth Edition, scholar C.A.S. Williams offers concise explanations of the important symbols and motifs relevant to Chinese literature, arts and crafts, and architecture. This reference book has been a standard among students of Chinese culture and history since 1941 and, in its Fourth Edition, has been completely reset with Pinyin pronunciation of Chinese names and words. Organized alphabetically, enhanced by over 400 illustrations, and clearly written for accessibility across a variety of fields, this book not only explains symbols and motifs essential to any designer, art collector, or historian, but delves into ancient customs in religion, food, agriculture, and medicine. Some of the symbols and motifs explicated are: The Eight Immortals, The Five Elements, The Dragon, The Phoenix, Yin and Yang. With Chinese Symbolism and Art Motifs, you can access hidden insights into the intentions behind works of Chinese craftsmanship, and the thorough explanations of each symbol, accompanied by the historical origins from which they arose, will complement your existing knowledge of any area of Chinese culture, or help you confidently explore new topics within the realm of Asian art and history.

General

Imprint:	Tuttle Publishing
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	March 2018
Authors:	Charles Alfred Speed Williams • Terence Barrow
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	448
Edition:	4th Revised edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-8048-5007-0
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > History of art / art & design styles > Art styles not limited by date > Oriental art Books > Arts & Architecture > Art forms, treatments & subjects > Art treatments & subjects > General Promotions
LSN:	0-8048-5007-0
Barcode:	9780804850070

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