Jade Of The Shang Dynasty
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Jade Of The Shang Dynasty
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Author : Kako Crisci
language : en
Publisher: Dynastic Jade Gallery
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Jade Of The Shang Dynasty written by Kako Crisci and has been published by Dynastic Jade Gallery this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
From around 3000 to 1900BC, the late Neolithic period was a time of transition. In Mesopotamia, Egypt, and all around the Mediterranean basin, better living standards saw the rise of new cultures. In China Far East, along the Yellow River, settlements started to flourish and create their own unique identity. Jade was a precious and extremely difficult to carve mineral, mainly dedicated to the service of rituals or religious ceremonies. However, for a long time, the Shang dynasty jade design was regarded as a mere reproduction of the widely available bronzes the Shang were known for. In this book, the author revisits pre-conceived historical knowledge and, based on the research of well-respected scholar Hayashi Minao and expert historians Deng Shuping and Cai Qingliang, proposes that many of the jades pieces exhibited today in museums and private collections may have come from distinct earlier cultures and that bronze design may have been influenced by these devotional objects, not the reverse. Part one of this book, Jade from the early and middle Shang, presents the historical context in which cultures such as the Erlitou and the Erligang developed their unique style before being assimilated into the later Shang Dynasty. Part two, Jade from the late Shang, focuses on specific examples of ceremonial, weapons, and decorative jade to prove further that these pieces may actually have been anterior to the predominantly bronze ear and, by doing so, bring to light the exceptional craftsmanship of much older cultures. Eighty-four illustrations and photographs of unique jade artworks open a unique window of appreciation for these late neolithic times' sophisticated and little-known cultures.
Jade Of The Shang Dynasty
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Author : Kako Crisci
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2022-06-17
Jade Of The Shang Dynasty written by Kako Crisci and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-17 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
From around 3000 to 1900BC, the late Neolithic period was a time of transition. In Mesopotamia, Egypt, and all around the Mediterranean basin, better living standards saw the rise of new cultures. In China Far East, along the Yellow River, settlements started to flourish and create their own unique identity. Jade was a precious and extremely difficult to carve mineral, mainly dedicated to the service of rituals or religious ceremonies. However, for a long time, the Shang dynasty jade design was regarded as a mere reproduction of the widely available bronzes the Shang were known for. In this book, the author revisits pre-conceived historical knowledge and, based on the research of well-respected scholar Hayashi Minao and expert historians Deng Shuping and Cai Qingliang, proposes that many of the jades pieces exhibited today in museums and private collections may have come from distinct earlier cultures and that bronze design may have been influenced by these devotional objects, not the reverse. Part one of this book, Jade from the early and middle Shang, presents the historical context in which cultures such as the Erlitou and the Erligang developed their unique style before being assimilated into the later Shang Dynasty. Part two, Jade from the late Shang, focuses on specific examples of ceremonial, weapons, and decorative jade to prove further that these pieces may actually have been anterior to the predominantly bronze ear and, by doing so, bring to light the exceptional craftsmanship of much older cultures. Eighty-four illustrations and photographs of unique jade artworks open a unique window of appreciation for these Shang Dynasty's sophisticated and little-known cultures.
Carved Jade Of Ancient China
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Author : Alfred Salmony
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1982
Carved Jade Of Ancient China written by Alfred Salmony and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982 with Nature categories.
Jade And Silk Of Han China
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Author : Nai Xia
language : en
Publisher: University of Washington Press
Release Date : 1983
Jade And Silk Of Han China written by Nai Xia and has been published by University of Washington Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983 with Art categories.
Collection Of Ancient Chinese Cultural Relics Volume 2
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Author : Wang Guozhen
language : en
Publisher: ATF Press
Release Date : 2020-03-31
Collection Of Ancient Chinese Cultural Relics Volume 2 written by Wang Guozhen and has been published by ATF Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-03-31 with Art categories.
In about the 11th century BC, the Shang Dynasty declined in national strength, and was destroyed by King Wu of Zhou and a capital was established in Haojing- west of what is now Xi'an, in Shanxi Province. This period is known as the Western Zhou Dynasty. Handicrafts were monopolised by the royal family and were characterised by more extensive distribution than the Shang Dynasty with more workshops and finer division of labour. Jade was only one of the many handicrafts and as something of value was very popular among royals and vassals. The pieces of importance were artefacts are: the Y3 Tomb of the Gongyu State in Baoji of Shaanxi, Guo State Tombs in Sanenxia, Luoyang, Henan Province and the Jing State tomb of Gong Yu State in Houma of Shanxi. From this period there are also bronze wares and ceramics. In this period bronze wares changed in type, shape and inscription, emblazonary and casting. Ceramics developed significantly and hand stamped hand-made pottery flourished. This book, the second in a ten-volume collection, brings to the English-speaking world a series of books from China which has been complied by an Expert Committee of the Chinese Society of Cultural Relics. There are 383 descriptions.
Chinese Jade
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Author : Joan Hartman-Goldsmith
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 1986
Chinese Jade written by Joan Hartman-Goldsmith and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
In this handy yet comprehensive volume, Hartman-Goldsmith introduces the uninitiated to the fascinating subject of jade as well as providing new information to the seasoned collector. Over 40 pieces ranging from the neolithic period to the Qing dynasty are illustrated and described in detail.
Hongshan Jade
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Author : KAKO CRISCI
language : en
Publisher: Dynastic Jade Gallery
Release Date : 2022-08-16
Hongshan Jade written by KAKO CRISCI and has been published by Dynastic Jade Gallery this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-08-16 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
The Hongshan culture came from the north-eastern part of China, around Liaoning, inner Mongolia, and close to the northern province of Hebei. Based on the findings at the Niuheliang site, the Hongshan demonstrated that they had a highly developed pyramide-shape society where the person that had the unique gift to communicate with the gods was the leader of that community. Religion and secular activities were merged, and they used their temples, altars, and burial mounds to connect and maintain their social system. Hongshan culture lasted nearly 2000 years. During this period, they created some of their most outstanding jade. Jade is among the most well-preserved remnants of their culture. Unlike pottery, jade was not meant to be used for daily activities. It is a unique window that allows us to understand the Hongshan belief system, their way of thinking, their perception of life and society. Toward the late 1980s, our knowledge of these people expanded considerably. In this book, the author started with what jade was, how jade was made, what kind of jade were made to the meaning of jade to Hongshan people, step by step to guide you into the wonderful longevity of jade culture,bring to light the exceptional craftsmanship of the oldest jade group. More than fifty illustrations and photographs of unique jade artworks open a unique window of appreciation for the oldest, most imaginative jade, full of mysterious beauty.
Princes Of Jade
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Author : Edmund Capon
language : en
Publisher: Dutton Adult
Release Date : 1973
Princes Of Jade written by Edmund Capon and has been published by Dutton Adult this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1973 with History categories.
Shang Dynasty
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Author : Alex Woolf
language : en
Publisher: Badger Publishing
Release Date : 2014-09-02
Shang Dynasty written by Alex Woolf and has been published by Badger Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-09-02 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
The Shang was an advanced civilisation that flourished more than 3,500 years ago in China. They created beautiful objects in bronze, jade and ceramic. They studied the stars, created an accurate calendar and developed China's first writing system. Explore the amazing Shang dynasty, their gods, customs, art, science and music. Learn about their downfall and their lasting influence on China. Made for the KS2 History curriculum, these eight titles are packed with amazing historical facts and inspiring images. These handy guides explore the distant past, surviving historical evidence and the impact of our ancestors on our lives today.
Chinese Jade
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Author : Jessica Rawson
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2002
Chinese Jade written by Jessica Rawson and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002 with Architecture categories.
The Chinese have revered the mystery and magic of jade since ancient times. This authoritative book provides an up-to-date and comprehensive survey of six thousand years of development, from the earliest cultures to the twentieth century. The author describes and assesses the variety of roles and functions, ritual and ceremonial, which jade has played in China. Recent discoveries from hitherto little known neolithic cultures of around 3000 BC have highlighted the extraordinary skills of the craftsmen and the complexity of the cultures that supported them. Other remarkable finds include the precursors of the famous jade suits, which range from jade plaques and shrouds dating from about 900 BC to superb pendants and sword fittings carved for a king buried near Canton in around 122 BC. This catalogue describes over 300 outstanding pieces from Sir Joseph Hotung's collection, which spans the history of jade in China. Drawing upon the very latest archaeological reseach to set jade in its historical and artistic context, this work will stand as a definitive reference for many years to come. In her wide-ranging introduction to the catalogue the author analyses the arguments and sets out new views, supplementing this major essay with a series of shorter introductions to the chronological sections into which the jades of different types, shapes and functions have been divided. The book is fully illustrated throughout with specially commisioned photographs of each piece from the collection, all in color, along with comparative examples from the rich collection of the British Museum.