Chinese Clothing (Introductions to Chinese Culture)
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| Rating | : | 4.25 (561 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0521186897 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 170 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-05-21 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Great TEXTILE Book Easy to read with a lot of detailed interesting information that kept my attention. We have many Chinese Textile Books and I was happy to add this to the collection. I also collect Chinese Clothing so I have some experience with it already.. Chinese Clothing Great introduction of chinese clothing!
About the Author Mei Hua is Professor of Women's Studies at Tianjin Normal University and head of the Huamei Clothing Ornament Culturology Study. A columnist for People's Daily, she has published widely on the subject of Chinese clothing and culture.
A columnist for People's Daily, she has published widely on the subject of Chinese clothing and culture. Mei Hua is Professor of Women's Studies at Tianjin Normal University and head of the Huamei Clothing Ornament Culturology Study.
Chinese clothing has undergone continuous transformations throughout history, providing a reflection of the culture in place at any given time. This illustrated introductory survey takes the reader through traditional Chinese clothing, ornamentation and ceremonial wear, discusses the importance of silk and the diverse costumes of China's ethnic groups before considering modern trends and China's place in the fashion world today.. A wealth of archaeological findings coupled with ancient mythology, poetry and songs enable us to see the development of distinctive Chinese fashions through the ages