Zhenheng (64 results)

paperback. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Paperback. Condition: New. The first complete English translation of the classic late Ming Chinese treatise on good taste'Be ancient rather than fashionable, be simple rather than merely clever, be restrained rather than vulgarly ostentatious'Written in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things provides a compelling glimpse into the tastes and values of the educated elite in late Ming China. Offering instruction on everything from hanging paintings to planting peach blossom, arranging books and furniture to drinking tea and burning incense, it is the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural concerns of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a delightful attempt to find order and harmony amid an excess of things.Translated by Tony BlishenWith an Introduction by Craig Clunas.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The first complete English translation of a classic late Ming Chinese treatise on good taste.Written in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday items - from window frames and Old Master paintings to caged birds, fruits and vegetables - is the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure and harmony in the objects all around us every day. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Condition: New. 2027. paperback. . . . . .

Condition: New. 2027. paperback. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardback. Condition: New. The Elegant Life of the Chinese Literati is the first complete translation of a classic 17th century Chinese guide to the ordinary objects of everyday life from trees and birds to windows and tea. Similar to Feng Shui, the principles laid out in this book describe how to find harmony among these ordinary objects to bring peace to your life. With annotations by Chen Zhi, a well known modern scholar of Chinese garden design, readers gain insight into the historical and cultural context of instructions such as, The wooden cross-piece of the door frame should have a strip of speckled bamboo nailed horizontally across it either with two or four nails, never six. Lavishly illustrated with famous Chinese paintings and photographs of Chinese gardens, furniture, and objets d'art, readers can immerse themselves in Chinese culture, history, and values, and perhaps even learn to appreciate the everyday objects in their own lives. With the pace of modern life, we often don't stop to appreciate the little things in life. Everyday objects go unnoticed and are continuously underappreciated. However, these individual elements come together to form a larger picture one that defines our lifestyle.…

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 192 pages. 5.04x0.47x7.76 inches. In Stock.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: As New. Like New condition. Like New dust jacket. A near perfect copy that may have very minor cosmetic defects.

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Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 164 pages. Very clean paperback. Treatise on Superfluous Things.

Hardback. Condition: New. The Elegant Life of the Chinese Literati is the first complete translation of a classic 17th century Chinese guide to the ordinary objects of everyday life from trees and birds to windows and tea. Similar to Feng Shui, the principles laid out in this book describe how to find harmony among these ordinary objects to bring peace to your life. With annotations by Chen Zhi, a well known modern scholar of Chinese garden design, readers gain insight into the historical and cultural context of instructions such as, The wooden cross-piece of the door frame should have a strip of speckled bamboo nailed horizontally across it either with two or four nails, never six. Lavishly illustrated with famous Chinese paintings and photographs of Chinese gardens, furniture, and objets d'art, readers can immerse themselves in Chinese culture, history, and values, and perhaps even learn to appreciate the everyday objects in their own lives. With the pace of modern life, we often don't stop to appreciate the little things in life. Everyday objects go unnoticed and are continuously underappreciated. However, these individual elements come together to form a larger picture one that defines our lifestyle.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware -A classic, seventeenth-century Chinese guide to the harmony of ordinary objects of everyday lifeWritten in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday itemsfrom window frames and old master paintings to caged birds, fruits, and vegetablesis the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure, and harmony in the everyday objects that surround us. 192 pp. Englisch.…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware -A classic, seventeenth-century Chinese guide to the harmony of ordinary objects of everyday lifeWritten in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday itemsfrom window frames and old master paintings to caged birds, fruits, and vegetablesis the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure, and harmony in the everyday objects that surround us. 192 pp. Englisch.…

Condition: New. 2019. Hardcover. . . . . .

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Very Good (Protective cover). First Edition. Cover is in excellent condition, save for corner bumping. DJ is unclipped and in very good condition, save for minor corner bumping and rubbing. Text is otherwise tight in binding. Text is clean and free of blemishes throughout. No other markings or indications of note. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Various (illustrator).…

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware -A classic, seventeenth-century Chinese guide to the harmony of ordinary objects of everyday lifeWritten in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday itemsfrom window frames and old master paintings to caged birds, fruits, and vegetablesis the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure, and harmony in the everyday objects that surround us.…

Condition: New. 2019. Hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - A classic, seventeenth-century Chinese guide to the harmony of ordinary objects of everyday lifeWritten in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday itemsfrom window frames and old master paintings to caged birds, fruits, and vegetablesis the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure, and harmony in the everyday objects that surround us.…

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The first complete English translation of a classic late Ming Chinese treatise on good taste.Written in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday items - from window frames and Old Master paintings to caged birds, fruits and vegetables - is the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure and harmony in the objects all around us every day. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…

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Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 156 pages. 10.50x7.75x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The first complete English translation of a classic late Ming Chinese treatise on good taste.Written in the seventeenth century by Chinese scholar Wen Zhenheng, Treatise on Superfluous Things offers a compelling glimpse into the tastes and cultural values of the educated elite in late Ming China. This guide to everyday items - from window frames and Old Master paintings to caged birds, fruits and vegetables - is the most complete surviving account of the material and cultural tastes of the era in one of China's largest and richest cities. It is also a guide to finding joy, pleasure and harmony in the objects all around us every day. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.…

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