This work offers a clear and concise guide to understanding the fine and decorative arts of Asian art, including the arts of the Islamic world. The author addresses this complex subject in an easy to follow format beginning with an overview of the tumultuous history of the continent, leading into chapters on ceramics, metalwork, the arts of the craftsman, furniture and lacquer, textiles, prints and paintings. Each chapter includes a summary of the minor and major art forms with expert advice for judging quality and identifying fakes and over-restored objects. A valuable deictionary of terms and tables with reign dates and marks is included.
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Lark E. Mason is the author of numerous articles on Asian art and the translator of two major works on Chinese furniture.
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Hardcover. Etat : As New. Etat de la jaquette : Near Fine. 1st Edition. Fiine and decorative arts, including that of the Islamic world. Sotheby's expert Mason also writes on identifying Asian art fakes, on judging quality, over-restoration. A handsome book generously illustrated; extensive glossary, comprehensive chronological table by country, bibliography. Dust jacket has a few small, faint scratches and a 5" vertical scratch on front center. 355 pages, 9" x 11". A heavy book, extra postage for international or expedited shipping. N° de réf. du vendeur 103651
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