Chinese Cut-Paper Designs

Chinese Cut-Paper Designs by Theodore Menten. Published by Dover Publications Inc, New York, NY, 1975. 1st Edition. Paperback. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. Front cover corners creased, some edge wear to covers, contents excellent. 92 Pgs. ISBN 0486231984. LCCN 75-22240. Designs selected by Theodore Menten, 269 illustration. The motifs include real and mythical animals, numerous birds, flowers, fruits, butterflies, children performing everyday activities, workers, traditionally dressed men and women, the fictional character know as the Monkey King, ancient bronze ceremonial vessels, the Great Wall, lanterns, and more. Following the folk practice, each design is reproduced in a solid color: red, black, blue or green. Description text copyright 2007 www.BooksForComfort.net. Item ID 15080.