Traditional Chinese Clothing: Costumes, Adornments & CultureFrom purely functional yet ingenious work clothes to the most elaborate and intricately detailed ceremonial robes, this full-color book showcases the grandeur and aesthetic appeal of Chinese clothing from prehistory to the present day. |
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