Edition; 2nd ed. Physical description; xx, 193 p., 134 p. of pla.tes : ill. (some col.), map ; 28 cm. Notes; Previous ed.: London : B.T. Batsford, 1936. "This 2nd edition is a complete, photographic reprint of the original, with the plates slightly rearranged"--T.p. verso.Includes bibliographical references (p. 170-174) and index. Summary; This text presents a full descriptive account of the significance and meaning of the carvings produced in the prized stone by Chinese craftsmen from earliest times, through the Chou and succeeding dynasties, down to the present day. Marks and identifying devices are listed. Subjects; Jade art objects - China. Art objects, Chinese. Symbolism in art - China. Folklore, Chinese. Jade. Symbolism in art. Folklore - China. Jade art objects - China - History. China - Antiquities.. Chinese jade carvings, to 1989. Jade.Carving & carvings ; Handicrafts ; Modelling (in clay, wax & other plastic materials) ; Art techniques & materials. China. art / Sculpture & Installation. Crafts & Hobbies / Carving. Crafts & Hobbies. Painting. Art / Techniques / General.
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This text presents a full descriptive account of the significance and meaning of the carvings produced in the prized stone by Chinese craftsmen from earliest times, through the Chou and succeeding dynasties, down to the present day. Marks and identifying devices are listed.
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- EditorialBatsford Ltd
- Año de publicación1967
- ISBN 10 0804801002
- ISBN 13 9780804801003
- EncuadernaciónTapa dura
- Número de edición2
- Número de páginas376