國劇與臉譜 Chinese Opera and Painted Face

Author: 張伯謹 Pe-Chin, Chang
Title: 國劇與臉譜 Chinese Opera and Painted Face
Publication: (臺北, 台灣) Tapei, Taiwan: (美亞書版股份有限公司) Mei Ya Publications, 1978
Edition: Revised edition

Description: Hardcover. Folio. 194, [56],pp. Pages unopened. Soft cloth binding with decoration string along front and back cover housed in solid cloth folder with plastic clasps. Prologue by Lin Yutan, one of the most influential Chinese writers. The work is an overview of the history and evolution of Chinese opera, discussing terminology and the visual and oral performance elements of the art form. Illustrated with reproductions of many color plates of painted mask designs, including and a study of the character types, such as Ching (淨, painted face male role) and Chou (丑, painted face male clown role), as well as, well-known historical characters, such as Zhang Fei and Cao Cao. One of the most comprehensive examinations of the visual elements of Chinese opera. Originally published in Chinese in 1969. Ex-library.Text in Chinese and English. Minor scuffing and staining on folder. Small library stamp on top page edge. Very good condition overall. vg.

Seller ID: 18455

Subject: Arts: Performing



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