China's Crafts: The Story of How They're Made and What They Mean

by Roberta Helmer Stalberg, Ruth Nesi

Overview

This book, first published in 1981, provides a comprehensive appraisal of China’s crafts. Its historical approach and numerous illustrations not only reveal the ancient origins of many of China’s arts, but also offer the means for evaluating modern crafts in light of past achievements.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367773649
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/18/2022
Series:	Routledge Library Editions: Chinese Literature and Arts
Pages:	204
Product dimensions:	6.12(w) x 9.19(h) x (d)

About the Author

Roberta Helmer Stalberg and Ruth Nesi

Table of Contents

Introduction Audrey Topping Part 1. The Setting 1. The Artisans 2. China’s Artistic Development 3. Motifs and Symbols in Chinese Art Colour Plates Part 2. The Crafts 4. Pottery and Porcelain 5. Jade, Hardstones and Ivory 6. Silk Weaving and Embroidery 7. Lacquerware 8. Cloisonné, Metalwork and Glass 9. Folk and Regional Arts