The Blue Mansion: The Story of Mandarin Splendour

The Blue Mansion: The Story of Mandarin Splendour Reborn by Lin Lee Loh-Lim [Hardcover]

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Published: 2012 (3rd edition)
Author: Lin Lee Loh-Lim
Publisher: L'Plan Sdn Bhd
Genre: Architecture, Heritage Conservation, History, Photography
Hardcover: 108 pages
Condition: 8/10 (Used, good condition)

The Blue Mansion: The Story of Mandarin Splendour Reborn by Lin Lee Loh-Lim is a beautifully illustrated architectural and heritage book that chronicles the remarkable restoration of the famous Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, widely known as the Blue Mansion, in George Town, Penang. The book explores the history of Cheong Fatt Tze, one of Southeast Asia's most influential Chinese businessmen of the late 19th century, and the construction of his magnificent mansion, renowned for its distinctive indigo-blue façade, traditional Chinese architecture, and intricate craftsmanship. Through archival research, historical photographs, and detailed restoration documentation, readers are taken behind the scenes of the ambitious conservation project that returned the mansion to its former glory using traditional materials and techniques. The book highlights the building's cultural significance, architectural features, feng shui principles, and the challenges involved in preserving one of Malaysia's most celebrated heritage landmarks. Richly illustrated with colour photographs, it serves as both a visual tribute and a historical record of one of Asia's finest restoration projects and a UNESCO-recognised conservation success.

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