{"product_id":"chinese-dress-in-detail-victoria-and-albert-museu","title":"Chinese Dress in Detail (Victoria and Albert Museu","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChinese Dress in Detail (Victoria and Albert Museu\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eISBN: 9780500480939\r\nAuthor: Sau Fong Chan\r\nNumber of Pages: 224\r\nFormat: Paperback\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eA head-to-toe exploration of Chinese dress through sumptuous, detailed photography of some of the most fascinating historic and contemporary pieces in the V\u0026amp;A's outstanding collection.\r\n\r\nChinese Dress in Detailreveals the beauty and variety of Chinese dress for women, men and children, both historically and geographically, showcasing the intricacy of decorative embroidery and rich use of materials and weaving and dyeing techniques. The reader is granted a unique opportunity to examine historical clothing that is often too fragile to display, from quivering hair ornaments, stunning silk jackets and coats, festive robes and pleated skirts, to pieces embellished with rare materials such as peacock-feather threads or created through unique craft skills, as well as handpicked contemporary designs.\r\n\r\nA general introduction provides an essential overview of the history of Chinese dress, plotting key developments in style, design and mode of dress, and the traditional importance of clothing as social signifier, followed by eight thematic chapters that examine Chinese dress in exquisite detail from head to toe. Each garment is accompanied by a short text and detail photography; front-and-back line drawings are provided for key items.\r\n\r\nAn extraordinary exploration of the splendour and complexity of Chinese garments and accessories,Chinese Dress in Detailwill delight all followers of fashion, costume and textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE FROM SELLER:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv id=\":1fi\" class=\"Am aiL Al editable LW-avf tS-tW tS-tY\" hidefocus=\"true\" aria-label=\"Message Body\" g_editable=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-multiline=\"true\" tabindex=\"1\" style=\"direction: ltr; min-height: 286px;\" spellcheck=\"false\" aria-owns=\":1i1\" aria-c=\"\" aria-expanded=\"false\"\u003e\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"gmail_signature\" data-smartmail=\"gmail_signature\"\u003e\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect from Manufacturers \u0026amp; Suppliers:\u003c\/strong\u003e We source our products directly from approved manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring top-notch quality and competitive prices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNationwide Shipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Although our business is based in Wellard, we ship from various locations across Australia for efficient delivery to your doorstep. 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