Decoration & symbolism in Chinese architecture
Subtitle: understanding Singapore's historic Chinese buildings
By: Kang Ger-Wen ; essay contributed by Chern Jia Ding ; general editor, Wong Hong Suen
Contributors: Chern, Jia Ding, contributor; Wong, Hong Suen, 1978- editor
Publisher: Preservation of Sites and Monuments
Published: 2013
Place of publication: Singapore
Language: eng
Number of pages: 272
ISBN-13: 9789810784324
Subjects: Chinese Architecture; Architectural Decoration and ornament; Symbolism in architecture; Historic buildings; Architectural design
Other titles: Decoration and symbolism in Chinese architecture
Description: "Decoration and Symbolism in Chinese Architecture unlocks the hidden meanings behind the decorative symbols and architectural designs found in historic Chinese buildings in Singapore. Written by experts in the field and accompanied by beautiful photographs, this book brings to light the beliefs, values, aspirations and world views of the pioneers who constructed the landmark buildings that nestle below Singapore⁰́₉s modern skyline today."--Back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.

In English.