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BOOKS

We carry a unique curation of English and Chinese books on fine art, design, visual culture, as well as picture books of fine illustration, pop-up and paper-art for children and adults.

A peek of some highlights here:

Small Shops, Big Hearts

by Christina Yung

This gem of a book lets the stories speak for themselves. Discover Hong Kong cultural heritage in daily life through traditional trades that have been around for decades and some, for centuries, in this modern day and age. Immerse yourself in real life tales from one of the first Hong Kong’s photo studio stalls, bamboo steamers maker, handpainted china works, and more.

Hong Kong Apothecary - A Visual History of Chinese Medicine Packaging

by Simon Go

The packaging of Chinese patent medicines has evolved from a strong and dynamic tradition that has yielded a vocabulary of basic forms. Of these, there are seven traditional basic forms, namely, Gao (plasters), Tan (pellets), Wan (pills), San (powder), Cha (tea), Yeow (oil) and Jiu (wine). These forms had a direct influence on the modes, materials, typefaces, patterns, and compositions adopted in packaging.

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