A Chinese language book on Ming and Ching furniture. The comprehensive color photographs include examples from China’s many regions that go beyond only the so-called “classical” forms that predominate the current antiques market. There are illustrations of historical references found in Chinese woodblock prints and paintings that are used as evidence to date the various examples. Decorative details are illustrated and compared with motifs found in other artistic mediums. Extensive text and profusely illustrated. Published in Shanghai. Please note: there is no English text or captions in this book.