Evolution and Revolution : Chinese Dress, 1700s-1900s

Using the medium of dress, this book explores the dramatic cultural, social, economic and political changes which have occurred in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan over the past three centuries.

This history is revealed through the luxury court robes of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911); the tight-fitting, side-slitted East-West cheungsam; the ubiquitous "Mao suit", symbol of Communist ideology; and the bold new directions of contemporary designers.Written by authors from Australia, mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan and rich with visual material, the book is intended to offer an accessible, informative and inspiring treatment of Chinese history, culture and dress.