C. A. S. Williams
Outlines of Chinese symbolism and art motives
C. A. S. Williams · 1976
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This standard reference, long familiar to students of Chinese culture, emphasizes the historical, legendary, or supernatural persons, animals, and objects as symbols in art and literature (of Japan and Korea, as well as of China): including Lao Tzu, the phoenix, the Eight Immortals, the Twelve Ornaments. Among the subjects covered are chapters on Chinese customs and observances, agriculture, medicine, astrology, costume, drama, arts and crafts, folk beliefs, natural history, and music.
Book details
- Year
- 1976
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Dover Publications
- Editions
- 1
- Pages
- 472
- ISBN
- 9780486233727
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