The Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement — 1st Edition

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The Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement — 1st Edition

Name: The Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement — 1st Edition
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The Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement, The Women's Garden and Art Club of the Republic of China — 1st Edition

Publication: Taipei, Council for Cultural Planning and Development, Executive Yuan, 1986

Formatting: 8vo, pp. N/A.

Condition Report: 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.

Catalogue Note: First edition. This English-language translation of Huang Yung-chuan's authoritative text was produced by Thomas McHugh and published in Taipei.

The volume offers an extensive scholarly overview of classical Chinese floral design throughout various dynasties, generously accompanied by photographic and artistic illustrations.

Given 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.

The Art of Classical Chinese Flower Arrangement 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.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: The Women's Garden and Art Club of the Republic of China; Huang Yung-chuan

Book Publisher: Council for Cultural Planning and Development, Executive Yuan

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Art & Architecture

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

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Book Publication Year: 1986

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Book Binding: Softcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: Taipei, Taiwan

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