In Pursuit of Fine Jades: Ming Court Belt Plaques. In Pursuit of Fine Jades: Ming Court Belt Plaques is a collection of jade belt plaques ranging from 1368 to 1644 of Ming dynasty. This book features the best craftsmanship, high quality and rare pieces of white jade with the special illustration and observation of the collector. This unique edition demonstrates the different motifs such as the dragon, fish, rabbit, a foreigner with lion, the Shou (Chinese character) and 'the children at play' as the characteristics of the Ming belt plaques. This collection is not only for the jade lovers but also for those who would like to appreciate and explore more of the Chinese antiquity. Text in English and Chinese.
In Pursuit of Fine Jades: Ming Court Belt Plaques
ISBN
9789888272150Authors
Michael S. L. LiuExtent
247Format
HardcoverYear
2018Publisher