Author: MEDLEY, MARGARET
Title: A Handbook of Chinese Art: For Collectors and Students
Description: Graham Brash, Singapore. 1987, 3rd Edition. (ISBN: 9971490528). Soft cover. Book, English text; Paperback; 14 x 21.5 cm; 0.232 kg; 140 pages.; Used book with minor signs of wear.; A Handbook of Chinese Art fills a real need as a basic guide for collectors and dealers in Chinese antiquities and for students of Chinese art. The seven sections of the book cover: (1) Bronzes, (2) Buddhism, (3) Ceramics, (4) Decorations, (5) Jades and hardstones, (6) Paintings, (7) Miscellaneous, including lacquer and textiles. There are also tables of the Chinese dynasties and reign periods, and a note on pronunciation. Each section consists of an introduction to its subject, followed dy definitions of the various terms relating to it which are likely to be encountered in books on Chinese art in sale catalogues. The author was Curator of the Percival David Foundation of Chinese Art. Very Good/No Jacket.

Keywords: 9971490528 china,bronzes,buddhism,ceramics,decoration,jade and hardstones,painting Chinese Ceramics Chinese Art


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