《西廂記》1982年版Romance of the Western Chamber (Xixiangji) – 1982 Edition with Provenance

【內容簡介 / Synopsis】

 This 1982 edition of the classical Chinese drama Romance of the Western Chamber is a unique copy. It features a handwritten personal inscription dedicating the book to scholar Bill Watkins, dated June 24, 1982, providing a tangible link to 20th-century Sinological studies.

 此版 1982 年《西廂記》古典戲劇不僅是一本經典著作，更是一個獨特的歷史見證。扉頁上有贈予學者 Bill Watkins 的親筆題詞，日期為 1982 年 6 月 24 日，建立了與 20 世紀漢學研究的實質連結。

【歷史背景與重要性 / Historical Background & Significance】

 The significance of this copy lies in its provenance. Included within the pages is a postcard from the Freer Gallery of Art (Smithsonian Institution) featuring an 18th-century painting depicting a scene from the play. This combination suggests the previous owner’s deep engagement with Chinese art and literature, serving as an artifact of cultural exchange between international scholars during the early 1980s.

 此書的價值在於其流傳紀錄（Provenance）。書中夾藏的一張弗利爾美術館（史密森尼學會）明信片，展示了描繪《西廂記》場景的 18 世紀絹本繪畫。這些物件顯示了前藏家對中國藝術與文學的深度投入，是 1980 年代初期國際學者間文化交流的重要實物檔案。

【書本狀態 / Condition Report】

 The book is in well-preserved vintage condition, reflecting its age since 1982. The red cover and gilt character embossing remain vibrant. The internal text block is clean, featuring scholarly annotations and notes that highlight its use in academic research. The inscription and the included postcard are both in excellent condition.

 此書保持了 1982 年出版以來的良好古舊狀態。紅色的封面與燙金文字依然醒目。內文頁面整潔，保留了學術研究過程中的手寫批註，增添了歷史層次感。題詞頁與夾藏的明信片均保存完好。