Author: Xun Zhou
Title: Le Costume Chinois
Description: Paris. Office Du Livre/Editions Vilo. 1985. First French edition. Quarto. Hardcover with slipcase. Very good. Very good (some wear to slipcase). 256 Pages, fully illustrated in colour, some black and white illustrations, text in French. This richly illustrated book chronicles through paintings, figurines, and actual garments and fabrics, the history of Chinese dress from ancient times to the 20th century. Dress of the upper classes, military, common people, and of both men and women are included. In addition to photographs of relevant historical artifacts, brightly colorful drawings of costumes are provided and give the book much of its visual interest. With its appealing graphics, award-winning book design, and historical text, this book is suitable for lay readers, students and scholars alike.

Keywords: china chinese costume textiles