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Chinese Bamboo Book 'Art of War'

By locpicker, 25 August, 2011
Description

 I bought 2 of these directly from China. They are supposed to be "The Art Of War" by Sun Su.

I have no idea if that is what they are really about but if you can read Chinese maybe you can tell me.

From what I have read about these they used to be manuscripts that were written on scripts of bamboo. They did not have book covers before. Both of mine do.

I was told that these were emperor books.

I bought these because I liked them and if they are genuine that will add even more.

The bamboo is bound together and there is a front cover and a back cover. The back has cloth glued to the back. They completely open up and make a manuscript that is over 6 feet in length.

Very unique.

I may offer one of the two for sale if the appraisal is really good.

Category
Books and Manuscripts
Medium
bamboo
Distinguishing marks
Go Rin No Sho
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
10-1/4 x 5-1/4
Date Period
1800's?
History
I bought 2 of these directly from China. Supposed to be the "Art Of War"
eBay Auction Link
Price Paid (If known)
100
For Sale?
Yes
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