Classical Chinese Furniture in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts [AS NEW IN SHRINKWRAP]

Robert D. Jacobsen; Nicholas Grindley; Gary Mortensen (photography); Robert Fogt (photography). Classical Chinese Furniture in the Minneapolis Institute of Arts [AS NEW IN SHRINKWRAP]. Minneapolis: Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 1999. First edition. Quarto (9½” x 11¾”), 247pp. Black and burgundy photo-illustrated slipcase with white lettering. Matching photo-illustrated dust jacket with white lettering on the spine. Burgundy cloth boards with gilt stamped lettering on the front cover and spine.

This volume presents nearly one hundred examples of classical Chinese furniture donated to The Minneapolis Institute of Arts by Ruth and Bruce Dayton. The catalogue includes over 150 illustrations and provides historical and social context for hardwood and lacquer furniture produced primarily during the late Ming and early Qing periods. The entries, written by Robert Jacobsen, are accompanied by construction analysis and commentary from Nicholas Grindley. The book also features an introduction by Lark Mason and an essay by Mr. Jacobsen exploring the relationship between classical furniture and traditional Chinese architecture. Footnotes and a bibliography provide additional references for further study. “Produced in conjunction with the symposium Classical Chinese furniture and the built environment, The Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Minneapolis, Minnesota June 10-12, 1999” (from title page).

Slipcase still protected with publishers original shrinkwrap. Only torn to allow access to the book. As new in shrink wrap in new dust jacket. Hardcover. (54677) $75