Book Description
Outstanding selection of 41 designs dragons, cranes, fish, bats, lotuses, peonies, chrysanthemums, many more. "
Author : Barbara Christopher
Publisher : Dover Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 19,71 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Decoration and ornament
ISBN : 9780486252599
Outstanding selection of 41 designs dragons, cranes, fish, bats, lotuses, peonies, chrysanthemums, many more. "
Author : Stanley Appelbaum
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 50 pages
File Size : 33,23 MB
Release : 1987-01-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 0486253473
Recognized internationally for their subtlety, delicate lines, and enduring beauty, artistic Chinese designs have long been regarded as more than simple ornamentation. The distinctive motifs represented in this superb collection of 218 royalty-free patterns are typical of a vital art tradition that is experiencing a worldwide renaissance in popularity. Selected from various illustrated booklets published throughout the People's Republic of China and in Hong Kong, these motifs are derived from a vast selection of Chinese artifacts ? dating from prehistoric pottery to the present day. Many of the patterns, which come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and styles, were originally conceived for decorating textiles, ceramics, metalwork, woodcarvings, basketry, and cut paper, in addition to carved stone, tiles, and other architectural elements. Commercial artists and graphic designers will find an abundant supply of useful borders, frames, and corners, as well as intricate floral displays that include peonies, lotus, chrysanthemums, pine, bamboo, and plum blossoms. Also available in this unique collection are real and fabulous Chinese animals, cloud and water motifs, geometric and abstract patterns, ideographs, and more.
Author : A. G. Smith
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 20 pages
File Size : 50,3 MB
Release : 2006-08-04
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0486451720
Sixteen illustrations re-create the beauty of traditional Chinese art. Apply hues to stylized floral sprays, graceful butterflies, mythical creatures, and other subjects; then just add some light and enjoy the glow!
Author : Daniel Sheets Dye
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 28,97 MB
Release : 1974-06-01
Category : Art
ISBN : 0486230961
The definitive work on an area of Chinese design, long recognized as an important folk art. 1,239 designs are shown, with titles, commentaries, and other information: 265 groups of design based on parallelogram, octagon, hexagon, single focus frames, wedge-lock, parallel waves, swastikas, U-scroll, and more.
Author : Northeast Drama Institute
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 86 pages
File Size : 25,74 MB
Release : 2012-10-03
Category : Art
ISBN : 0486155374
Sixty authentic full-color motifs drawn from highly stylized opera traditions. Symbolic representations of dragons, lions, phoenixes, mandarin ducks, cranes, peonies, lotuses, much more. Vibrant color, subtle hues, beautifully renderings.
Author : Marty Noble
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 82 pages
File Size : 36,5 MB
Release : 2010-09-16
Category : Design
ISBN : 0486423077
With its dragons and fish, flowers and foo dogs, this magnificent compilation of 361 royalty-free designs offers an exotic archive of crisp black-and-white images in a variety of shapes and sizes.
Author : Joseph D'Addetta
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 52 pages
File Size : 31,13 MB
Release : 2007-01-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 0486998630
With motifs ranging from 1300 B.C. to the 19th century, here is a remarkable volume of 313 black-and-white designs from one of the world's richest artistic traditions: blossoms, birds, wildlife, medallions, dragons, and more.
Author : Lydia Chen
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 118 pages
File Size : 18,24 MB
Release : 2003-08-15
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1462916589
Knotting, "the joining of two cords," is an old and revered art form in China and an integral part of Chinese life. Since ancient times, Chinese knots have been used for a variety of practical and decorative purposes: to record events, aid in fishing and hunting, wrap and tie items, embellish personal attire, jewelry and fashion, ornament other works of art, and communicate. The intricate knot work and magnificent color combinations not only lent elegance to everyday objects, or a touch of gaiety and enchantment but were an aesthetic expression of Chinese folk symbolism, expressing wishes for good fortune and wealth or the joys of love and marriage. In craft book Chinese Knotting, author Lydia Chen first traces the origins, history, and symbolism of this fascinating craft, before taking the reader through the fundamental elements necessary for tying Chinese decorative knots--the materials, implements, and main processes. Step-by-step instructions are then given for the 11 basic knots, which provide the building blocks for the 14 compound knots-combinations and variations of the simple knots-that follow in the next section. The final section presents 41 knotting projects of varying difficulty. Detailed instructions, clear diagrams, and color photographs, combined with an exciting assortment of creative applications, will help readers discover the relaxation, artistic satisfaction, and beautifully personalized ornamentation that Chinese Knotting can offer.
Author : Theodore Menten
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 37,60 MB
Release : 2014-05-05
Category : Art
ISBN : 0486168395
269 modern paper-cuttings from Mainland China: horses, pandas, butterflies, flowers, fish, peacocks, monkeys, phoenixes, lanterns, vases, landscapes, other traditional and modern motifs — printed solid red, black, blue, or green.
Author : Pepin van Roojen
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 14,82 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Decoration and ornament
ISBN : 9781570624803
One hundred classic Chinese designs, both elegant and vivid, in traditional color combinations.