ISBN: 9780691009575 - ten thousand things: module and mass production in chinese art (10 risultati)

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Paperback. Condizione: New. 520-Ledde; Ledderose, Lothar Ten Thousand Things: Module and Mass Production in Chinese Art Throughout history the Chinese have produced quality works of art in astonishing quantities. This text looks at Chinese art, philosophy, and culture, to explain how artists u.