Nathan woolley (8 Ergebnisse)

Profusely illustrated in colour throughout, xxi + 173pp, paperback. 26 x 22cm, very good copy. Catalogue for the Celestial Empire: Life in China, 1644-1911 exhibition at the National Libray provides a unique insight into the diversity of life in China during the last imperial dynasty. This collection includes material from the National Library of Australia and the National Library of China. The book covers rare books and other items on paper on Chinese opera, art, calligraphy, epigraphy, religion, social economics, medicine, astronomy, government, commercial treaties, Anglo-Chinese relations, travel and popular fiction. This catalogue is a must for any one interested in the books and ephemera of the Qing Dynasty and its history.…

Soft cover. Zustand: Fine.

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Soft cover. Zustand: Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first impression 2016 Large Soft Cover fine book. Contents fine, bright and clean. No inscription. 173 pages with index. Maps. Illustrations. Bibliography.

Paperback. Zustand: Fine. A visually stunning and comprehensive exploration of the Qing dynasty (1644-1911), China's last imperial dynasty, as seen through the magnificent collections of the National Library of China and the National Library of Australia. Authored by Nathan Woolley, this book provides deep insight into the wealth and cultural richness that laid the foundations of modern China. The volume is profusely illustrated with a wealth of rare and exquisite images, many of which have never before been seen outside China or presented in English. These include intricate woodblock printed books, vibrant historical maps detailing various landscapes, beautifully painted scrolls depicting scenic and sacred sites, and extraordinary architectural drawings of iconic locations such as the Forbidden City and the Summer Palace. Delightful examples of folk art used in festive occasions further enhance this vivid portrayal of a bygone era, demonstrating exceptional artistic skill and vision. This copy is in Fine condition, presented as a high-quality paperback.…

4to. xxii+173pp. Numerous colour and b/w illustrations. Original wrappers with french flaps, a near fine copy. . First edition. Lavish exhibition catalogue.

Imperial octavo softcover (VG+); all our specials have minimal description to keep listing them viable. They are at least reading copies, complete and in reasonable condition, but usually secondhand; frequently they are superior examples. Ordering more than one book may reduce your overall postage costs.…

1st edition softback with french flaps As New quarto xxi + 173pp., colour & b/w plates, text ills., maps, bibliog., index, Catalogue for the Celestial Empire: Life in China, 1644-1911 exhibition at the National Library provides a unique insight into the diversity of life in China during the last imperial dynasty. This collection includes material from the National Library of Australia and the National Library of China. The book covers rare books and other items.…