• Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing
  • Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing
  • Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing
  • Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing
  • Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing
  • Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing
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Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing

Chinese Furniture (English Edition): Exploring China’s Furniture Culture from Shang to Qing

From Bronze and Lacquered Wood to Ming-Style Hardwood and Qing Carvings — How Chinese Furniture Was Built, Decorated, Lived With and Understood, in Tenon-and-Mortise Detail
This is not a picture catalogue, and it is not a woodworking manual. It is a book about how Chinese furniture actually worked—as craft, as daily object, and as culture. You move through the dynasties: bronze and lacquered pieces from the Shang and Zhou, the low bed-centered furniture of the Qin and Han, the high tables and chairs that emerged in the Song and Yuan, then the hardwood masterpieces of the Ming and the carved splendour of the Qing. Along the way, you learn how joinery held everything together without nails, how craftsmen chose and finished wood, what different furniture types were for, and why scholars designed their own furniture. The last chapters step back: how furniture embodied ideas about nature, ritual, and good fortune, and how indoor layout created a sense of home. If you want to understand Chinese furniture from the inside—its making, its meaning, its place in daily life—rather than flip through a picture book or read a technical guide—this is it.
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Discover the Soul of Chinese Craftsmanship

Chinese furniture is more than just functional objects; it is a reflection of a civilization’s philosophy, artistry, and way of life. Chinese Furniture: Exploring China‘s Furniture Culture offers a comprehensive and visually rich introduction to this fascinating subject, specifically designed for English-speaking readers.

Authored by Zhang Xiaoming and published by the prestigious China Intercontinental Press, this book serves as an accessible yet insightful guide to the world of classical Chinese furniture -1-3.

What You’ll Find Inside:

  • A Deep Dive into History: Trace the evolution of Chinese furniture across different dynasties, understanding how social structures and aesthetics shaped its development.

  • The Beauty of Wood: Learn about the various precious hardwoods used in traditional furniture and the unique qualities that make each piece distinct.

  • Masterful Structure: Explore the ingenious, often glue-less joinery techniques that have allowed Chinese furniture to endure for centuries.

  • Decorative Art: Understand the meaning behind the intricate carvings, motifs, and decorative elements that adorn these pieces.

  • Cultural Significance: Gain insight into the profound cultural connotations and symbolic meanings embedded in furniture design, from the scholar‘s studio to the imperial court -1.

Why This Book Belongs in Your Collection:

This is not merely a catalog; it is a cultural guide. With 145 pages of engaging text accompanied by vivid color photographs, this book is an ideal resource for:

  • Interior Designers seeking authentic inspiration from Eastern aesthetics.

  • Collectors and Antique Enthusiasts looking to deepen their appreciation and knowledge.

  • Students of Art, History, and Culture who wish to understand the material culture of China.

  • Anyone captivated by the serene beauty and sophisticated craftsmanship of Chinese design.

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