The Costume Of China May 2026

Mason’s version includes 60 stipple-engraved plates after drawings by a Cantonese artist named Pu-Qùa. His text is based on his personal experiences in Canton from 1789 to 1790. : Wellcome Collection (Digital Version) E-book/PDF : Internet Archive

There are two primary historical works titled that are widely available as digital papers or e-books. Both were published in London during the early 19th century and feature detailed engravings of Chinese life and dress. 1. The Costume of China (1805) by William Alexander The Costume of China

: Focused on the trades, punishments, and social classes of Canton, with bilingual explanations in English and French. Academic and Contextual Resources and social classes of Canton