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Discover the exquisite decorative arts and rich cultural traditions of the Peranakan Chinese through the objects that filled their homes and shaped their daily lives.
The Peranakan Chinese Home is a beautifully illustrated exploration of the distinctive material culture of the Peranakan, also known as the Straits Chinese or Baba-Nyonya, whose vibrant heritage emerged from centuries of cultural exchange across Southeast Asia. Renowned for their refined taste and exceptional craftsmanship, the Peranakan created a unique artistic tradition blending Chinese, Malay and European influences.
Organized by room and household function, each chapter examines the furniture, ceramics, textiles, jewelry and decorative objects that defined Peranakan domestic life. These beautifully crafted pieces are presented in the context of everyday living as well as important ceremonies, including Chinese New Year celebrations, weddings, ancestor worship, births and funerals. Detailed commentary explains the symbolism of decorative motifs and highlights the distinctive features that set Peranakan art apart from similar traditions in China.
Filled with stunning color photography and rare archival images, The Peranakan Chinese Home is both a visual celebration of one of Southeast Asia's most sophisticated artistic traditions and an invaluable resource for collectors, designers, historians and anyone interested in Asian decorative arts and cultural heritage.
The Peranakan Chinese Home is a beautifully illustrated exploration of the distinctive material culture of the Peranakan, also known as the Straits Chinese or Baba-Nyonya, whose vibrant heritage emerged from centuries of cultural exchange across Southeast Asia. Renowned for their refined taste and exceptional craftsmanship, the Peranakan created a unique artistic tradition blending Chinese, Malay and European influences.
Organized by room and household function, each chapter examines the furniture, ceramics, textiles, jewelry and decorative objects that defined Peranakan domestic life. These beautifully crafted pieces are presented in the context of everyday living as well as important ceremonies, including Chinese New Year celebrations, weddings, ancestor worship, births and funerals. Detailed commentary explains the symbolism of decorative motifs and highlights the distinctive features that set Peranakan art apart from similar traditions in China.
Filled with stunning color photography and rare archival images, The Peranakan Chinese Home is both a visual celebration of one of Southeast Asia's most sophisticated artistic traditions and an invaluable resource for collectors, designers, historians and anyone interested in Asian decorative arts and cultural heritage.
Price: $35.99
Pages: 162
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Series: Tuttle Specials
Publication Date:
22 September 2026
Trim Size: 11.00 X 8.50 in
ISBN: 9780804860727
Format: Paperback
Ronald G. Knapp has been carrying out research on cultural and historical geography in China's countryside since 1965. Currently SUNY Distinguished Professor Emeritus at the State University of New York, New Paltz, he is the author, contributing author, or editor of twenty books, including the award-winning Chinese Houses: The Architectural Heritage of a Nation and Chinese Houses of Southeast Asia: The Eclectic Architecture of Sojourners and Settlers.
A. Chester Ong, born in the Philippines and currently based in Hong Kong, has photographed widely throughout Asia. His works appear in magazines, exhibitions, and books, including China Modern, Chinese Houses, China Living and Chinese Houses of Southeast Asia.
A. Chester Ong, born in the Philippines and currently based in Hong Kong, has photographed widely throughout Asia. His works appear in magazines, exhibitions, and books, including China Modern, Chinese Houses, China Living and Chinese Houses of Southeast Asia.