Chinese New Year Paintings Prints of Prayers & Auspicious Signs Ajia Books Japan

by Naoto Hida

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Chinese New Year Paintings Prints of Prayers & Auspicious Signs Ajia Books Japan Key Features ✔ Discover the rich cultural heritage of Chinese New Year with this exquisite collection of traditional paintings and prints, titled "Chinese New Year Paintings Prints of Prayers & Auspicious Signs." Published by Ajia Books Japan, this comprehensive volume offers a vivid glimpse into the folk art that adorns homes during the festive season, embodying hopes, prayers, and symbols of good fortune. ✔ This book features detailed insights into the history, regional production centers, and symbolic meanings behind these auspicious images. It includes chapters on the six major production areas such as Tianjin, Yangliu, and Suzhou, as well as explorations of paper horses and talismans used for prayer and blessing. Authored by Naoto Hida, a renowned expert in folk art and a distinguished architect and calligrapher, the book is a valuable resource for collectors, scholars, and enthusiasts of Asian folk traditions. ✔ Key features: ✔ - In-depth coverage of traditional Chinese New Year paintings ✔ - Focus on prayers, symbols, and auspicious signs ✔ - Regional production details from Tianjin, Yangliu, Suzhou, and more ✔ - Analysis of symbolic motifs and folk imagery ✔ C:Title: Chinese New Year Paintings Prints of Prayers & Auspicious Signs Ajia Books Japan ✔ C:Language: Japanese ✔ C:Publisher: Ajia Books Japan ✔ C:Author: Naoto Hida ✔ C:Format: Hardcover ✔ C:Subject: Chinese Folk Art, New Year Deco

• Condition: Fine

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