"Chinese Art" examines the meanings behind the hundreds of common
motifs and symbols found in all forms of Chinese art, exposing
their linguistic, metaphoric or historic origins, common usage, and
diverse applications. Plants, flowers, real and imaginary animals
and birds, reptiles, fish and amphibians, colors, numbers, and a
myriad of inanimate images and personages communicate auspicious
and benevolent messages in the Chinese vocabulary of decorative
art. Many of the symbols are easily recognizable, and thanks to
China's love of the past, reappear almost continuously.
A perfect reference for collectors, museum-goers, docents, students
of Chinese art, and anyone else with a serious interest in the
culture and history of China, the book includes both Chinese and
Pinyin text, over 630 illustrations (including references to
on-line collections), an extensive index in both Chinese and
English, a bibliography, and a list of recommended museums and
other places to visit with interesting collections of Chinese art.
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