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OverviewMake intricate and beautiful Chinese knots with this traditional Chinese craft book. Chinese knotting, the joining of two cords to form symmetrical paterns, is an ancient and revered art form in China and an integral part of Chinese life. Born first out of practical necessity in prehistoric times to bind materials for hunting, fishing, farming, shelters, communication and other inventions to aid production and convenience, Chinese knots were soon employed as decorative motifs on artifacts, both functional and ornamental, and for festive occasions and important rites of passage. Today, more sophisticated designs, materials and applications have rejuvenated this colorful Chinese craft and have attracted a large following worldwide. The Complete Book of Chinese Knotting is the culmination of 20 years of research into the ancient art of Chinese knotting and macrame by renowned authority Lydia Chen. Inspired by the decorative knots embellishing ancient artifacts such as pots, jade, statuary, boxes and paintings, the author has systematically classified the basic knots, many almost forgotten, and their variations, as well as developed new knots using various knotting combinations and innovative materials. In addition to a useful summary of the four major techniques for tying basic Chinese knots and the nine main ways of modifying them, the author introduces 56 brand new knots and creative designs which can be used to make jewelry, ornaments and stylish wardrobe and fashion additions. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lydia ChenPublisher: Tuttle Publishing Imprint: Tuttle Publishing Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 1.60cm , Length: 27.90cm Weight: 0.964kg ISBN: 9780804836791ISBN 10: 0804836795 Pages: 160 Publication Date: 15 October 2007 Audience: General/trade , General Replaced By: 9780804846530 Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviewsTraditional basic knots are expanded into more complex forms through very detailed diagrams and instructions. Library Journal Traditional basic knots are expanded into more complex forms through very detailed diagrams and instructions. -- Library Journal Traditional basic knots are expanded into more complex forms through very detailed diagrams and instructions. <b><i>Library Journal</i></b> Author InformationLydia Chen, a leading authority on traditional Chinese decorative knotting, was born in Loching, Chekiang, in 1940. Her interest in knotting began when her father-in-law, a deputy curator at the National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan, arranged for her to learn simple knots from an elderly museum custodian. From this modest beginning, she went on to figure out how knots were formed from the antique pieces she collected, and even invented some designs of her own. She has taught knotting at colleges, held several exhibitions of her work both at home and abroad, and authored a number of books on the art. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |