The Chinese Purse: Embroidered Purses of the Ch’ing Dynasty

Wang, Loretta H. The Chinese Purse: Embroidered Purses of the Ch’ing Dynasty. Union City, CA: Heian International, Inc., 1992. First American edition. Quarto. 120pp. Original photo-illustrated wrappers. Title page in red and black lettering. Illustrated with numerous color photographic reproductions, this work is a striking pictorial survey of the art and history of Chinese purse-wearing and making under the Ch’ing dynasty (1644-1912). Wrappers and interior in overall very good condition. vg. Paperback. (37850) $40