中国家具の歴史を通して生活様式や文化の変遷を読み解く研究書。古代の床座から椅子・テーブルを使う生活への移行を、社会制度や経済状況と関連づけながら丁寧に追っていく。特に宋・明・清の各時代における家具の技術や美意識の発展に注目し、家具を単なる道具としてではなく、時代の精神を映す文化的存在として捉えている。図版や具体例を交えて、家具を通じた中国文化の奥深さに迫る一冊。 A scholarly book that traces the evolution of lifestyle and culture through the history of Chinese furniture. It carefully examines the shift from floor-seated living to the use of chairs and tables, linking these changes to social systems and economic developments. Focusing in particular on the Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties, the book explores the advancement of furniture-making techniques and aesthetics, treating furniture not merely as functional objects but as cultural artifacts that reflect the spirit of their time. Rich with illustrations and concrete examples, it offers deep insight into the cultural richness of China through the lens of furniture.
