Bibliograph

Beijing opera costumes, the visual communication of character and culture, Alexandra B. Bonds

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Beijing opera costumes, the visual communication of character and culture, Alexandra B. Bonds

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 341-343) and index

resource.biographical

contains biographical information

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Beijing opera costumes

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

177064237

Responsibility statement

Alexandra B. Bonds

Sub title

the visual communication of character and culture

Summary

"Beijing Opera Costumes is the first in-depth English-language book focused exclusively on the costumes ofJingju, the highest form of stage arts in China. This comprehensive volume provides both theory and analysis of the costumes and the method oftheir selection for the roles as well as technical information on embroidery, patterns, and construction. Extensive descriptions illuminate the use of colors and surface images derived from historical dress and modified for the stage. Details on makeup, hairstyles, and dressing techniques present a complete view of the Jingju performer from head to toe."--Jacket

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