Hong Kong Apothecary: a Visual History of Chinese Medicine

Hong Kong Apothecary: a Visual History of Chinese Medicine Packaging

This book transports us to the exotic world of Chinese Medicine â€“ a world of saan (powders), yun (pills), gou (plasters), dann (pellets), etc for every known ailment. These forms had a direct influence on the materials, typefaces, patterns, and compositions used in packaging. It documents contemporary changes in the packaging of Chinese patent medicines and stores since the mid-19th.
Country USA
Brand MCCM Creations
Manufacturer MCCM Creations
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber over 700 colour illustrations
ReleaseDate 2003-06-30
UnitCount 1
EANs 9789628681624

Hong Kong Apothecary: a Visual History of Chinese Medicine Packaging