A History of Early Chinese Art: Architecture

A history of early Chinese art: architecture was written by Osvald Siren. This contents of this book provide information on the development of architecture in China. Since the earliest times architecture in China has been determined by intimate contact with nature, which to Chinese and other ancient people was ensouled. The contents of this book focus on the walls, sacrificial alters, terraces and stairways. The book also highlights the relevance of wooden buildings, its constructive features and types. Furthermore, the writer has given importance to Pagodas made of brick and stone and bridges as well.