Chinese Gardens

China is renowned for its enchanting, tranquil gardens, designed to reflect both the charm of nature and the ancient Chinese view of life. Chinese Gardens explores the creation of classical gardens through history, discussing the theories and artistic conception behind these gardens and the development of diverse regional styles. Lou Qingxi provides a comprehensive introduction to the distinctive combination of nature, philosophy and art that is unique to Chinese gardens, complemented with full color illustrations throughout.

Author: Qingxi Lou
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Published: 09/19/2011
Pages: 174
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.70lbs
Size: 8.98h x 6.18w x 0.55d
ISBN13: 9780521186612
ISBN10: 0521186617
BISAC Categories:
- Architecture | Landscape