Classic Chinese Furniture: Ming and Early Qing Dynasties

Written by an authoritative furniture historian, Wang Shixiang, this book provides beautiful color plates, basic knowledge, and detailed descriptions of many important pieces. more

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Dec-08-2008; Hardwood only; This is a strong overview of classic Chinese hardwood furniture. This is not the standard kind of furniture found in stores selling Chinese furniture. These hardwood pieces often sell for USD10,000 and above. However, the designs are...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Nov-12-2007; A true masterpiece by a true master; I first came to classical Chinese furniture through the work of Gustav Ecke, who photographed Ming and early Qing pieces in the 1930's, about the time that George Kates was living his "fat" years in Peking. As a furniture builder I was...; read full review | report as inappropriate

4/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Aug-17-2002; Good Buy For The Money; Classic Chinese Furniture has wonderful illustrations and goes into introductions of the furniture any layman can understand. Mr. Wang has given many details to the reader so that a better understanding, what to look for and and how to...; read full review | report as inappropriate

5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Mar-03-2002; A must for collectors; If you truly appreciate antique Chinese furniture for its grace and beauty, but like me, you can't afford a zitan Southern official chair or huanghuali opium day bed, Wang Shixiang's book, with loads of gorgeous photographs, is the next...; read full review | report as inappropriate

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5/5: From: Amazon; Posted: Dec-08-2008; Hardwood only; This is a strong overview of classic Chinese hardwood furniture. This is not the standard kind of furniture found in stores selling Chinese furniture. These hardwood pieces often sell for USD10,000 and above. However, the designs are...; read full review | report as inappropriate