Chinese Gardens

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Paperback, 176 blz. | Engels
Cambridge University Press | e druk, 2011
ISBN13: 9780521186612
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Cambridge University Press e druk, 2011 9780521186612
Onderdeel van serie Introductions to Chi
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China is renowned for its enchanting, tranquil gardens, designed to reflect both the charm of nature and the ancient Chinese view of life. Chinese Gardens explores the creation of classical gardens through history, discussing the theories and artistic conception behind these gardens and the development of diverse regional styles. Lou Qingxi provides a comprehensive introduction to the distinctive combination of nature, philosophy and art that is unique to Chinese gardens, complemented with full color illustrations throughout.

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ISBN13:9780521186612
Taal:Engels
Bindwijze:Paperback
Aantal pagina's:176

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Preface; 1. Landscape gardens; 2. Private gardens of the Ming and Qing dynasties; 3. Magnificent imperial gardens; 4. Masters of garden design and theories of garden creation; 5. Beauty and symbolism in Chinese gardens; Appendix: chronological table of Chinese dynasties.

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