The Chair as an Example of Chinesism in Modern Furniture Design

This book discusses the influence of traditional Chinese furniture on modern furniture design and the development of furniture across the world.

Changes of materials and concepts used in modern furniture design are closely related to ancient Chinese furniture design. This book expounds the content that has to do with “Chinoiserie” in the history of furniture. “Chinoiserie” here refers to the form, function and design principle of traditional Chinese furniture. By sorting out the part of mode...