Mandarin Squares

Mandarin Squares

By :"Valery M. Garrett"
Published on 1990 by Oxford University Press, USA

Category :"History"

Mandarin squares, the embroidered insignia sewn on to the robes of the ruling mandarin classes in China's Qing dynasty (1644-1911) are prized collectors' pieces. This fully illustrated introduction begins with an account of the Chinese system of government and the selection of mandarins. The second half traces the origin and development of mandarin squares and describes the symbolism and embroidery techniques of the insignia.

Lenght : 66

Language : en

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