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Chinese Porcelain

Hardback

Main Details

Title Chinese Porcelain
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Octave Du Sartel
SeriesMega Square Collection
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 165,Width 145
Category/GenreOriental art
Ceramic arts, pottery, glass
ISBN/Barcode 9781844847853
ClassificationsDewey:738.0951
Audience
General
Illustrations 120 illustrations

Publishing Details

Publisher Parkstone Press Ltd
Imprint Parkstone Press Ltd
Publication Date 29 April 2010
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

First appearing in the 7th century, porcelain art in China quickly became enormously important as a symbol of royalty or high status. The masterpieces of this genre featured in this book range from simple tea bowls to fantastic vases, hair ornaments, figurines and snuff boxes with intricate, multi-coloured designs. This delicate material attracted and continues to attract the attention of art-lovers throughout the world, making Mega Square "Chinese Porcelain" an ideal gift.