{"product_id":"the-art-of-classical-chinese-flower-arrangement-1st-edition","title":"The Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement — 1st Edition","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement, The Women's Garden and Art Club of the Republic of China — 1st Edition\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublication\u003c\/b\u003e: Taipei, Council for Cultural Planning and Development, Executive Yuan, 1986\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormatting\u003c\/b\u003e: 8vo, pp. N\/A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/b\u003e: Near Fine. The book is bound in its original illustrated card wrappers, which remain remarkably clean and vivid. The binding is completely solid, presenting a square and uncreased spine that shows only the faintest suggestion of shelf-wear at the extreme head and tail. Both the front and rear panels retain excellent brightness with no fading, scuffing, or significant edge-wear. Internally, the text block is superb; the pages are crisp, uniformly bright, and entirely free from foxing, tearing, or marginalia. A wonderfully preserved, tightly bound copy of this delicate softcover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/b\u003e: First edition. This English-language translation of Huang Yung-chuan's authoritative text was produced by Thomas McHugh and published in Taipei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe volume offers an extensive scholarly overview of classical Chinese floral design throughout various dynasties, generously accompanied by photographic and artistic illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eGiven its highly specialised subject matter and regional publication by the Executive Yuan, this specific 1986 English edition is scarce on the open Western market, especially in such sharply preserved condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"7\"\u003eThe Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement\u003c\/i\u003e offers an elegant and meticulously researched exploration of the history, philosophy, and aesthetic principles defining traditional Chinese floral design. Tracing the evolution of the art form across multiple dynasties, including the Tang, Sung, Ming, and Ching, the text delves into the cultural and spiritual significance of various floral styles, from grand Palace arrangements to the more austere Literati expressions. An essential and visually captivating reference, this volume brilliantly illuminates the profound historical connection between nature and classical Chinese artistic culture.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Broadhursts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55598266515795,"sku":"6480","price":27.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/1469\/6787\/files\/20261021_111806.jpg?v=1792919389","url":"https:\/\/broadhurstsbooks.com\/products\/the-art-of-classical-chinese-flower-arrangement-1st-edition","provider":"Broadhursts Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}