Items Similar to Reference Book Chinese Porcelain - Outlines of Chinese Symbolism and Art Motives
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 5
Reference Book Chinese Porcelain - Outlines of Chinese Symbolism and Art Motives
$43.11
£31.87
€36
CA$58.63
A$65.69
CHF 34.20
MX$803.64
NOK 434.04
SEK 409.95
DKK 274.12
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
Outlines of Chinese Symbolism and Art Motives An Alphabetical Compendium of Antique Legends and Beliefs, As Reflected in the Manners and Customs of is the first paperbound edition of a standard reference volume long familiar to students of China and Chinese culture. The work of a scholarly English resident of China, it is an illustrated encyclopedia with hundreds of concise, clear, and authoritative articles outlining the meaning of Chinese symbols and art motives, arranged alphabetically by concept.
Special emphasis is placed on those historical, legendary, or supernatural persons, animals, and objects that recur frequently as symbols or emblems in the art and literature (of Japan and Korea, as well as of China): Lao Tzu, the phoenix, the Eight Immortals, the Twelve Ornaments, and so on. Chinese customs and observances are recorded, and there are numerous articles on general topics (agriculture, medicine, astrology, costume, drama); arts and crafts (carpets, lacquer, shop signs, calligraphy); religion and folk beliefs; natural history; music; and many other subjects. Includes 402 illustrations.
- Dimensions:Height: 0.04 in (1 mm)Width: 0.04 in (1 mm)Depth: 0.04 in (1 mm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:20TH
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 1349587399531stDibs: LU4863242487502
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2015
1stDibs seller since 2019
264 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllRare Reference Book Chinese Porcelain - Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Title: Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art: The Properties of The Lord Belper, … : on Monday, May 3, 1976.
Contributor: Christie, Manson & Woods
Publisher: Christie, Manson et Woods, ...
Category
20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Reference Book Chinese Porcelain: Beurdeley - Chinese ceramics
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A good starter book with lots and lots of information.
Publisher: Thames and Hudson (January 1, 1974)
Language: English
Hardcover: 317 pages
ISBN-10: 0500231834\
Category
20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Reference Asian Art Book, The Decorative Arts of the China Trade
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
The Decorative Arts of the China Trade: Paintings, Furnishings and Exotic Curiosities Hardcover – July 1, 1991
by Carl L. Crossman (Author)
From the late 1700s, an increasing number...
Category
20th Century Books
Reference Book Chinese & Japanese Porcelain of All Countries - Hobson, R.L.
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Porcelain__Oriental Continental and British (Porcelain of All Countries)
Hobson, R.L.
Title: Porcelain__Oriental Continental and British …
Publisher: Archibald Constable & Co. Ltd,...
Category
20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Reference Book Chinese & Japanese Art – Oriental Works of Art
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Reference Book Chinese & Japanese Art – Oriental Works of Art.
Oriental Works of Art. [exhibition catalog]
Gerard Hawthorn Ltd. Oriental Art.
Published by Gerard Hawthorn Ltd. Ori...
Category
20th Century Books
Reference Chinese Art Book, Chinese Export Art in the Eighteenth Century
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Reference Chinese Art Book, Chinese Export Art in the Eighteenth Century
Additional information:
Title: Chinese Export Art in the Eighteenth Century
Publisher: Country Life / Charle...
Category
20th Century Books
You May Also Like
Collecting Chinese Art Book by Sam Bernstein
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Collecting Chinese Art Book by Sam Bernstein. Much of what we know about early Chinese art is undergoing change in light of recent archaeological dis...
Category
20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Books
Materials
Paper
Selections from the Paintings and Calligraphy Donated to the Shanghai Museum fro
Located in valatie, NY
Selections from the Paintings and Calligraphy Donated to the Shanghai Museum from the Ching Banlee Liangtuxuan Collection. Published by Shanghai Museum, Shangahai, China, 2002. 1st E...
Category
Early 2000s Chinese Books
Materials
Paper
Sotheby's Important Chinese Ceramics from the J. M. Hu Family Collection, 1985
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's: Important Chinese Ceramics from the J. M. Hu Family Collection, June 4, 1985. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. Important and catalog feat...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Books
Materials
Paper
Sotheby's Hong Kong Important Private Collection Chinese Ceramics Oct. 2019
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's Hong Kong Important Private Collection Chinese Ceramics October 8, 2019. 1st Ed hardcover. Includes rare examples of Ming and Qing porcelain and several exceptional jades. Sir Q.W. Lee was a banker and philanthropist well-known for his passion for collecting outstanding Chinese works of art...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books
Materials
Paper
Important Chinese Furniture, Formerly the Museum of Classical Chinese Furniture
Located in valatie, NY
Important Chinese Furniture, Formerly the Museum of Classical Chinese Furniture Collection, September 19, 1996, Sale 8468, Christie's. First Edition. 226 pages. Text in English and C...
Category
1990s American Books
Materials
Paper
Treasures of Chinese Glass Workshops, First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Treasures of Chinese Glass Workshops. Winter Park: Asiantiques, Inc. 1997. First edition hardcover with dust jacket. 79 pp. An exhibition catalogue of C...
Category
20th Century American Books
Materials
Paper
More Ways To Browse
Curiosity Shop
Chinese Costume
Vintage China Other Porcelain China
Japanese Shop Sign
Astrology Furniture
Japanese Immortals
Chinese Shop Sign
Vintage Astrology Art
Eight Immortals
Chinese Porcelain Immortal
Japanese Medicine
Wall Cross
1960S Vintage Posters
Floating Table
German 19th Century Chair
90s Furniture Set
Coffee Cup
Portuguese Glasses