"Authored by Lou Qingxi, this book approaches Chinese ancient architecture from a fresh perspective by categorizing it into seven distinct types. Through concise and engaging language, it systematically popularizes knowledge about ancient Chinese architecture with meticulous details and accuracy, ensuring accessibility for general readers. The text is further enhanced by abundant illustrative diagrams that facilitate intuitive understanding, enabling readers to deepen their comprehension of China's architectural heritage.This work serves as a revised edition of Chinese Ancient Architecture originally published by The Commercial Press in 1997. Lou Qingxi, former director of the Institute of Ancient Architecture at Tsinghua University, provides a succinct yet comprehensive introduction to the system, categories, functions, characteristics, and cultural values embedded in ancient Chinese architecture. The book features a well-organized structure, classifying architectural works into seven types based on their purposes. Rich in content, it not only traces the historical evolution and distinctive features of each architectural category through vivid explanations but also incorporates detailed analyses of representative architectural examples. With its harmonious integration of textual and visual elements, this highly readable primer serves as an essential guide for those seeking to understand ancient Chinese architecture.该书作者楼庆西从新的角度,将中国古建筑分为七个门类,用简明生动的语言,细致、详实、准确地科普了中国古建筑的知识,通俗易懂。书中还配有大量实例图,便于读者直观理解,从而对中国的古代建筑有更深的了解。该书为商务印书馆1997年出版的《中国古代建筑》一书的修订版本,作者为原清华大学古建筑研究所所长楼庆西。该书简明扼要地介绍了中国古代建筑的体系、类别、用途、特点及其中蕴含的文化价值;结构清晰,按用途将中国古代建筑分为七类;内容丰富,不仅用简明生动的语言介绍了各类建筑的源流、特点,还辅以许多代表性的建筑实例并加以详细阐释。该书图文并茂,可读性强,是了解中国古建筑的入门读物。
- | Author: 楼庆西
- | Publisher: China National Publications Import & Export C
- | Publication Date: Mar 01, 2024
- | Number of Pages: 200 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 7517610538
- | ISBN-13: 9787517610533