This illustrated book, designated as a national key publication for the 13th Five-Year Plan (FYP) period, is the gateway to the captivating world of the musical instrument guqin. Curated for both Chinese and international readers, it showcases 100 famous guqin instruments from China’s history, starting from the Tang Dynasty, with details presented in both Chinese and English. This book sets itself apart with three unique features: (i) Tailored for guqin enthusiasts, it explores the rich cultural context surrounding the instrument, introducing historical calligraphy, paintings, stone carvings, and even cultural relics and vessels related to the guqin. (ii) Moving beyond traditional classifications based on the type of guqin, the book presents the guqin within a clear historical timeline. (iii) It introduces previously unknown guqin literature and incorporates the latest scientific research on the instrument, breaking new ground in guqin scholarship.