Chinese Arts and Crafts

This illustrated introduction discusses the colorful history and development of distinctive Chinese crafts, including ceramics, furniture, clothing and decorative arts.

Jian Hang (Author), Qiuhui Guo (Author)

9780521186551, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 9 March 2012

202 pages, 170 colour illus.
23 x 15.6 x 1 cm, 0.37 kg

Chinese arts and crafts enjoy a unique reputation in the history of material culture and civilisation. For several thousand years, crafts have echoed the rhythm of daily life in China. From rural society to the imperial court, these crafts have served a practical purpose, constantly evolving with changes in lifestyle. In this illustrated introduction Hang Jian and Guo Qiuhui discuss the colorful history and development of distinctive Chinese crafts, including ceramics, furniture, clothing and decorative arts.

Preface
1. The history of traditional arts and crafts in China
2. Utensils
3. Clothing
4. Furniture
5. Decoration
6. Entertainment
7. Commerce
8. Arts and crafts legends
9. The development of arts and crafts today
Appendix: chronological table of the Chinese dynasties.

Subject Areas: Handicrafts, decorative arts & crafts [WF], Cultural studies [JFC], Asian history [HBJF], Art forms [AF], Oriental art [ACBP]