by Ann Paludan (Author)
Featuring photographs, this book traces the history of Chinese sculpture throughout the imperial period. By outlining the principles which underlie all forms of statuary, regardless of size and material, it aims to elucidate the extent to which sculpture in China has been adapted to serve the political, practical and spiritual needs of its rulers.
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 559
Edition: 1st
Publisher: Serindia Publications, Inc
Published: 23 Oct 2006
ISBN 10: 1932476288
ISBN 13: 9781932476286