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Stitched, cloth case. Condition: Good, unless otherwise noted. 33x23cm, 1, 2, 16, 36; 51; 42, 1 folded leaves. full page b/w woodcut illustrations throughout all 3 volumes. // The earliest extant illustrated edition of this ancient Chinese lexicon (and sometime Classic) was produced in 1801 as an accurate facsimile of a Song illustrated imprint. This version, in turn, is a modern facsimile of the 1801 edition, with excellent reproductions of its many fine black-and-white woodcut illustrations and accompanying text. Guo Pu (276-324) of the Jin dynasty is credited as compiling and annotating this version of the ?Erya' which has claims to being considered the first Chinese dictionary. It is basically a philologically valuable collection of early glosses on words in pre-Qin period texts, probably assembled during the Qin or early Han period This version is a very accurate reproduction of the 1801 edition. In three volumes. The first volume comprises juan Shang and juan Zhong (Parts One and Two); the second volume is juan Xia qian (Part Three; 1), the third and final volume is juan Xia hou Part Three: 2). All text in Chinese. As new. An excellent thing, very well-produced and in a small edition of just 300 copies. Went mmediately out-of-print and very difficult to find.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. Various paginations of folded leaves. 18 juan in 7 volumes. A total of 74 b/w double page b/w woodblock illustrations. // Meiji period 1902 (?) Japanese edition of the famous Chinese illustrated work, the Shanhai Jing - Classic of Mountains and Seas. The work was compiled by Guo Pu in the Eastern Jin period in the 4th century AD and describes geographical features of China and the mythological creatures which inhabit them. It has had an enduring influence. For full details on, and a translation of, the ?Shanhai Jing?, see Strassberg: ?A Chinese Bestiary? The earliest Japanese edition of the famous and early Chinese work ?Shanhai Jing?, published in the 1660s, was copied from a fine late Ming dynasty (Chongzhen period 1628-1644) illustrated edition that is closely based on one of the first two Chinese illustrated editions of the ?Shanhai Jing? done c.1600 during the Wanli reign and which are the oldest extant illustrated editions of this work. The 1660s Japanese edition very closely emulates the Wanli edition illustrated by Jiang Yinghao and has the preface written by the exiled scholar-official, Yang Shan (1488-1559), towards the end of his life. This edition is regarded as the more important of the two Wanli illustrated editions, not least because of Yang?s renown as an expert on the ?Shanhai Jing? and Jiang?s fine woodcut illustrations. The 1660s Japanese edition relates exactly in text format (9 columns per page each with 20 characters) to the entry in ?Zhongguo Guji Shanben Zongmu? Zibu Section: p.1042 entry 42 for an undated Ming edition of Shanhai Jing stated as having illustrations by Jiang Yinghao. The last page of juan 18 of the 1660s Japanese version states that Jiang Yinghao was the illustrator, based in Wulin (an area of Hangzhou known for printing during the Ming). This is presumably the Chongzhen edition. Whilst the text conforms closely in format and style to the Ming edition, Japanese reading marks have been added. The illustrations are pure Ming in essence. From reading Strassberg (p.75) the definitive clues to the 1660s Japanese edition being derived from the Chongzhen edition are: (1) That there are 74 illustrations as opposed to the 76 in the Wanli edition done by Jiang Yinghao. (2) The illustrations were engraved by Liu Suming. The first illustration at top right has the characters ?Suming kan? (published by Su Ming). Liu Suming was a member of a leading family of publishers based in Jianyang, Fujian province, and known to be active as an engraver at the end of the Ming dynasty. He closely copied the Wanli edition illustrations done by Jiang Yinghao. (3). Li Wenxiao engraved the text. The last page of juan 18 also states that Li Wenxiao (using his alternate name: Li Xiyu) was the engraver, Li again being known to be active at the end of the Ming. All the above are present in the 1660s Japanese edition. This is the first time we have seen this Meiji edition apparently published in 1902 in Osaka by Maekawa Zenbe from blocks held in the Buneido studio. What is striking is how closely it resembles (in both quality and detail of reproduction) the 1660s first Japanese edition. This 1902 edition conforms in all ways to the first Japanese edition as detailed above. A remarkably fine production. There is vague mention of an early 19th century (Bunka period?) reprint done in five volumes with cruder illustrations. The book was not then reprinted until this fine Buneido edition. Text in Chinese with Japanese reading marks. A total of 74 double page black-and-white woodblock illustrations. In seven volumes. Original blue covers with wear. Original title slips. There is some dampstaining to parts of volumes 1 and 7 but otherwise the work is in remarkably good clean condition and the printed impression of text and images is clear and strong. Strassberg: A Chinese Bestiary p.75 etc. ?Treasures of the Yenching? pp. 182-7.

[Beijing 1954-1956 Qian Guo Ji Ben Jian She Zhong Chu Tu Wen Wu]. Blue stitched silk covers, blue indigo folding cloth case, bone clips, exceptionally clean copy, 27 x 38 cm., FIRST SECOND PRINTING, LIMITED EDITION OF 1700 COPIES RARE . * COMPILER: Compiled by the Fair Working Committee of the national infrastructure projects in archaeological finds, compiled by: GUAN GUO JI BEN JIAN SHE ZHONG CHU TU WEN WU ZHAN LAN HUI GONG ZUO WEI YUAN HUI. . * PRINTER: Printed at the Chinese Classical Art Press, Beijing: Zhong Guo Gu Dian Yi Shu Chu Ban She. . * PUBLISHER: The publisher was International bookstore. May 1956, First Edition second printing, Shanghai. Guo Ji Shu Dian, Yi Jiu Wu Liu Nian Wu Yue Di Yi Ban Di Ei Ci Yin Shu, Shanghai. . * DELUXE PRINTED AND BOUND SET: This is a Deluxe printing and superbly illustrated catalogue of the archaeological finds covering various items from several provinces. Sculptures, ceramics, Buddhist works, stone relief's, bronzes, stone sculptures, bronze articles, funerary items, weapons, jade, lacquer ware, earthenware, and ritualistic items. . * Volume 1 covers items 1-118 Volume 2 covers items 119-256 . * Each volume illustrates each item mostly in black & white, with a few color tipped in photographs as well. . * CONDITION: The books are in superbly clean and bright condition, the cloth case is nearly as bright. By and large a very nice set in collector's condition. *.

Leatherbound. Condition: NEW. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 1444. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1899 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: CHI Pages: 1444.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: chi. Language: chi,eng. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1899. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - chi,eng, Pages: - 1401, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 1401 1401.