A set of antique Chinese books dedicated to the art of Ming dynasty, Manual of the Mustard Seed Garden. Published in the late Qing era, mid to late 19th century. A total of 3 juans. With woodblock illustrations. One of the volumes is hand-signed by Wang Shih-hsun on the cover. Manual of the Mustard Seed Garden, or Jieziyuan Huapu, is an important printed manual of Chinese painting compiled during the early-Qing Dynasty. Wang Shih-hsun, born 1951, is a Taiwanese politician and journalist. The book was a gift from his parents. Provenance: family of Wang Shih-hsun. Antiquarian Librarian Books And Art Albums, Chinese Publications.