Enchanted Stories: Chinese Shadow Theater In Shaanxi
Shaanxi, China: Shaanxi Provincial Art Gallery, 2008. Softcover. light grey wrappers w/ illustrations; black Chinese script & English printing. book xiii, 129 pgs w/ color illustrations. Text in Chinese and English. VG-. edge-wear to covers w/ light scuffs & scratches; toning to edges. upper corner creased. lower spine creased; spine edge crimped, pgs unaffected. light staining & scratches to lower textblock. previous owners name to cover endpaper. pgs edge toned; ink ghosting to title pg from opposing pg/illustration, othewise, clean. tight binding. Item #181625
ISBN: 9787503934322
Includes numerous essays on the history and artistry of the theater. Lists and describes 99 pieces of puppets and theater settings. Wonderfully illustrated. Also, includes an illustrated exhibition/reception card for the New York opening. Exhibitions held at the Shaanxi Provincial Art Gallery and the China Institute Gallery, New York, Jan. 31-May 10, 2008. Uncommon.
OCLC: 1183912724
Price: $45.00