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Until Death Do Us Part [双喜] focuses on the unexpected role cigarettes play in Chinese weddings.

As a token of appreciation, it is customary for the bride to light a cigarette for each and every man invited. The bride and the groom are then invited to play some cigarette-smoking games of an unprecedented ingenuousness. This publication pays homage to a tradition in which love and death walk hand in hand.

These photos come from Thomas Sauvin's Beijing Silvermine project - an archive of half a million negatives salvaged over the years from a recycling plant on the outskirts of Beijing.

More on Beijing Silvermine and Thomas Sauvin

3rd Edition

Product Dimensions: 53 x 83 x 21mm

Material: Paperback, in original cigarette box, 108 pages

Publisher: Jiazazhi Press

Special Chinese New Year lion dancers and mandarin tree set.

INSTRUCTIONS: Lion Dancer / Mandarin Tree

WARNING: PRODUCT CONTAINS SMALL PARTS, NOT SUITABLE FOR SMALL CHILDREN AGE 6 OR UNDER.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Mandarin Tree: 2" x 2" inches /5.1 x 5.1 cm
  
• Lion Dancers: 1" x 2" inches /2.54 x 5.1 cm
• ABS Plastic
• Clean LEGO® parts by hand using water no hotter than 104°F / 40°C and a soft cloth or sponge. Higher temperatures may affect the quality of the parts. You can add a mild detergent to the water. Do not use a washing machine or dishwasher.
• Keep away from fire

DESIGNER: This product is not endorsed by or affiliated with the LEGO Group. LEGO MOCs (My Own Creation) are built by LEGO® fans and are not official LEGO® designed sets. LEGO^® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.

A lego collection straight out of a classic 80's Hong Kong jiangshi 殭屍 movie. Clever detailing captures the exciting and lighthearted spirit of Hong Kong horror, allowing these legos to be enjoyed by children and nostalgic fans alike. Details include intricate Qing dynasty costume, talisman to tame the undead, detachable weaponry, hats and lanterns.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Jiangshi Zombie: 1.75" x 0.6" inches /4.5 x 1.5 cm
• Taoist Priest: 1.75" x 0.6" in /4.5 x 1.5 cm
• Coffin (does not include Zombie): 2.5" x 1.5" inches /6.35 cm x 3.8 cm
• ABS Plastic
• Assembly instruction (QR code scan) can be found on box.
• Clean LEGO® parts by hand using water no hotter than 104°F / 40°C and a soft cloth or sponge. Higher temperatures may affect the quality of the parts. You can add a mild detergent to the water. Do not use a washing machine or dishwasher.
• Keep away from fire

DESIGNER: This product is not endorsed by or affiliated with the LEGO Group. LEGO MOCs (My Own Creation) are built by LEGO® fans and are not official LEGO® designed sets. LEGO^® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies.

Made in the "porcelain capital" - Jing De Zhen, these super fine bone china bowls are exemplary renditions of the classic Chinese dinnerware design and quality.

Bone china is the strongest of all-porcelain and known for its whiteness and translucency. The floral & color pattern came from the Qing dynasty, known as "Famille rose".

• 13cm /5.1" inch (Dia), 6.8cm /2.7" (H)
• Foot height: 1.3cm /0.5" inch
• High-density bone china
• Microwave safe, freezer safe, dishwasher safe on "china" or "light" setting

Mountain River Jump! is an artist duo founded in 2016 by twin sisters Huang Shan and Huang He. The duo has a variety of creative formats in art, often applying “divination consulting” as a performance to examine the potential of such art medium, and to interact with the audience at the intrinsic level. They have chosen 49 Chinese animal idioms frequently used in daily China, then illustrated for them and made them into 49 divinatory cards.

Through these 49 divinatory cards, we can see how Chinese ancestors described human's situation through animal idioms. This kind of metaphors can also be found in Zhou Yi. These 49 cards can be distributed into 7 groups, from 0 The Dragon's Nine Distinguished Sons to 48 Time Flies like A Golden Crow and Runs like A Jade Rabbit, including different stages of personal growth. For example, some of the cards are telling stories about newborn, development, fights, reflections, and rebirth.

In China, there is a long history of divination. Mountain River Jump! is using Cards of Chinese Animal Idioms to see what will come out when eastern cultural genes mix with fortunetelling in the context of the contemporary world. Meanwhile, they have strong curiosity towards human psychology and individual's narration. With their studies into Oriental mysticism and folklore, the artists pry open the topics of identity politics, labor issues, feminism, life politics, modernity and others.

Travel size mahjong set with a retro design made to look like a vintage piece. Wooden box contain 144 tiles, with seasons and flowers, no jokers or animal tiles. Tiles have numerical engravings for easy identification, making it a perfect set for beginner players.

This set contains:

• 144 tiles + 2 blank replacements
• 3 brass dice
• CSC Mahjong Guide
• 10 chips

Material: Melamine, wood, brass, paper

Measurements:

Tile: 2.4x1.8x1.3cm / 0.94 x 0.7 x 0.5in

Box:28x19x4.5cm / 1.1 x 7.5 x 1.8in

Weight: 2.2kg / 4.85lb

Sticker set adapted from John Yuyi's art insert editorial "NARCISSISM" [Self Service magazine issue52, released Feb 2020].

Material: A5 transparent stickers with white ink, both clear on a dark and light surface.

Designer: JOHN YUYI (b. 1991) is a Taiwanese visual artist based in New York City who uses the internet and social media as both the premise and platform for much of her creative work.

Handmade glass with a floral-inspired design.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• 5 x 4.8 cm / 2 x 1.8 in
• 30 ml / 1 oz

RongRong's Diary: Beijing East Village presents a selection of images and diary entries made by Chinese photographer RongRong (born 1968) between 1993 and 1998, within the artistic community known as Beijing East Village—now poignantly described as “a meteor in the history of contemporary Chinese art.” RongRong’s acutely composed, richly expressive images captured scenes of daily life among fellow young, aspiring artists, and created definitive documents of iconic performance works by Zhang Huan and Ma Liuming, among others. Often highly challenging works, their performances and photographs would send an instant shockwave throughout the Chinese avant-garde, and later the global art scene. Revisiting these texts and images anew for this publication, RongRong has composed a personal narrative of an artist coming into his own. Beijing East Village also serves as an invaluable firsthand record of a burgeoning artistic community, its precarious political context and the real lives behind a pivotal moment in Chinese contemporary art.

PUBLISHER: STEIDL/THE WALTHER COLLECTION, NEW YORK/THREE SHADOWS PHOTOGRAPHY ART CENTRE

BOOK FORMAT: Clth, 8.25 x 10.25 in. / 248 pgs / 124 bw.

PUBLISHING STATUS: Pub Date 8/20/2019

DISTRIBUTION: D.A.P. Exclusive
Catalog: FALL 2019 p. 129

ISBN: 9783958295926

This plate features a minimal radial design and a smooth matte surface, creating a subdued warming feeling in your hand and a beautiful presentation for any dish. Mix and match to make your perfect set.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Small: 17cm / 6.7" inch; Medium: 20cm / 7.9" inch
• Stoneware
• Microwave safe, freezer safe, not dishwasher safe

Handmade & painted in the "porcelain capital" - Jing De Zhen, each of these cups is a one-of-a-kind collectible.

About the Designer: Li Xu draws inspiration from the famous Dun Huang murals located in the Mogao caves, as well as from the Classics of Mountains and Seas 山海经. Li Xu runs his ceramics studio Kong Liao in Jing De Zhen.

Measurements:
Tall teacup: approx. 2.3 in diameter, 2.5 in tall
Short teacup: approx. 2.5 in diameter, 2 in tall

Handmade & painted in the "porcelain capital" - Jing De Zhen, each of these cups is a one-of-a-kind collectible.

About the Designer: Li Xu draws inspiration from the famous Dun Huang murals located in the Mogao caves, as well as from the Classics of Mountains and Seas 山海经. Li Xu runs his ceramics studio Kong Liao in Jing De Zhen.

Measurements:
Tall teacup: approx. 2.3 in diameter, 2.5 in tall
Short teacup: approx. 2.5 in diameter, 2 in tall

Get the gift of choice with a CHOP SUEY CLUB gift card!

All gift cards are delivered to receiver via email. Physical gift cards will ship within 1-3 business days and come with a gift card sleeve. Our gift cards have no additional processing fees and never expire.

Additional option to add gift wrap and a note at checkout!

Store your favorite succulents in this handmade, artisanal coco coir planter. Fair trade and sustainable. Each purchase empowers artisan communities in the Philippines.

• MATERIAL: Coco coir
• COLOR: White
• DIMENSIONS: H8” x W6” x L12"

Best used with a pot or liner to keep your animal planter dry. Display indoors for longer lifespan. Due to the nature of materials and the handmade production process, no two pieces are exactly alike.

• Improves blood circulation
• Reduces tension
• Promotes relaxation

How to use:

• Use light, circular motions with the jade comb to stimulate the scalp and promote relaxation.
• Focus on the areas near the ears and right above the neck to reduce tension.

Our animal planters are made of sustainable coco coir. Handcrafted in a fair trade environment by community-based artisans in the Philippines, they add a touch of warmth and fun to the modern home - a perfect gift all year round.

• Material: coco coir
• Color: black and white
• Dimension: 7" x 5.5" x 11"
• Pot hole 3.5" in diameter

Best used with a pot or liner to keep your animal planter dry. Display indoors for longer lifespan. Color may fade over time, especially under direct sunlight.

Get your Big Dragon Energy on with our BDE Sweater in orange and green, the theme colors for this wood dragon year. 

• Symmetrical soaring dragon graphic with CSC logo monogram
• Matching style motif sleeve design 
• All natural fiber blend for breathable comfort.
• Not too thin, not too thick, good for all season
• Gender-neutral fit, size large is better for height 170cm / 5'7" and above
• Model is wearing a size M

Material: Cotton, silk, wool

• From collection Paradise
• Silver plated with 18K gold, Zircon, Pearl
• Bear 1.2cm x 0.7cm
• 1.5g

Elegant Lighting Solutions from Fine Lumens. Experience the ultimate convenience with a Wireless Charging Desk Lamp. Stay connected and illuminated while effortlessly charging your phone. The perfect blend of functionality and style for your modern lifestyle.

Elegant Lighting Solutions from Fine Lumens. Experience the ultimate convenience with our Wireless Charging Desk Lamp. Stay connected and illuminated while effortlessly charging your phone. The perfect blend of functionality and style for your modern lifestyle.

While front pleats create a flattering fit, the stunning red color adds liveliness to these fiery pants. The pingpong ball detail at the bottom of these flairs lend a light and playful energy that is fashion forward, sophisticated, and fit for any occasion. Style with a matching mesh mini, blazer, or vest to sport a look.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Size M waist 73cm / 28.75in, length 94cm / 37in
• 100% Polyester, dry clean or hand wash warm. Line dry.

DESIGNER: Founded in 2019, Shanghainese designer Yueqi Qi's label celebrates romanticism and traditional Chinese craftsmanship through her use of motif and symbolism.

With a twist at the front, this long-sleeved red dress houses pingpong balls intersecting the body. This creates a harmonious serpentine shape juxtaposed to the fluidity of Red mesh. A sophisticated yet flirty mini length fit for day to night. Style with a matching trouser for a sleek and sharp look.

PRODUCT DETAILS:

• Size M chest 86.36cm / 34in, waist 71.12cm / 28in, sleeve 60.96cm / 24in length 78.74cm / 31in
• 100% Polyester. Dry clean or hand wash warm. Line dry.

DESIGNER: Founded in 2019, Shanghainese designer Yueqi Qi's label celebrates romanticism and traditional Chinese craftsmanship through her use of motif and symbolism.

• Stretch Knit + Brocade Long Sleeve Shirt
• Detachable Sleeves Detail
• Center Front Keyhole Detail
• Knit 98% polyester 2% Spandex  Brocade Fabric 70% Polyester 30% Silk
• Machine Wash Cold Hang Dry

• Body: resin, brass plated 18k gold; Stud: 925 Silver

There are two editions of Facekini - paperback and hardcover.

Artist's statement:

This project is about elderly woman wearing facekini on the beach. Facekini is something like bikini but is covering the face.

Many people may think these images are funny. Sure, humor is a part of my intention, but it’s far from my ultimate purpose. In this project, I try to explore a kind of self-gazing with some surreal, dramatic, and humorous portraits of Chinese. This is very similar to the current situation in China, where society is full of surreal landscape. This project attempts to document these fleeting things.

These masks are hand-made by themselves, which are made of tattered vest, rag or swimsuits, and even cloth from useless pants, so you won't find one same mask on the beach.

Each facekini consists of different fabric materials. You may think it's very artistic. They will consider whether the mask goes well with their swimsuit.

In fact, they also know that others may find it ridiculous and strange. But they say the main function of facekini is for UV protection, as well as the offshore pollution in recent years. And more jellyfish attack human. It can avoid getting hurt when wearing a facekini. It also represents another layer of meaning: if you look around the beach, young girls don't wear facekini, men neither. Only middle-aged and elderly women wear mask. So, I think another reason is that these middle-aged and elderly women are ashamed of exposing their aging and deformed bodies. Wearing mask will make them much more comfortable and confident. I still don't know what these people I've photographed look like.

Artist: Peng Yangjun 彭杨军

• 225mm X 330mm X 10mm,
• 80 pages
• Signed by artist