Westerners have long admired Chinese furniture for its durability, inner strength, quiet restraint, and simple dignity. This reprint of a rare classic provides lovers of Chinese furniture with an enlightened discussion of the accomplishments achieved by fine craftsmen over the centuries. Hundreds of photographs and drawings of tables, chairs, couches, cabinets, cupboards and wardrobes make this both an informative and aesthetically pleasing work. Also included is measured drawings of 21 pieces for woodworkers interested in creating authentic Chinese furniture. This handsome and affordable reprint edition is a unique addition to the libraries of woodworks, art loves, and anyone interested in Chinese culture and decor.