Search Results: Titles starting with V from Jorge Welsh Books

Jorge Welsh Research and Publishing, 2019 Book. New. Hardcover. 1st Edition. English text.; Hardcover (without dust jacket).; 23.5 x 29.7 cm.; 0.8 Kg.; 70 pages with 72 colour illustrations.; The Vases of the 'Hundred Treasures' accompanies the 20th annual exhibition of export art at Jorge Welsh Works of Art. This catalogue is part of the three-volume box set Treasures, alongside Pocket Treasures: Snuff Boxes from Past Times and Timeless Treasure: The Runic Calendar Staff. A pair of vases decorated with the Chinese subject of the 'hundred treasures' adapted to suit foreign tastes is the focus of the catalogue of the same name. Dating to the Yongzheng period (1723-1735) and depicting a continuous composition of antiques, flowers and animals, these famille rose vases are among the best export wares produced in the 18th century. Western designations for the 'hundred treasures' subject derive in a literal sense from the Chinese expression baibao, in which bai or 'hundred'… Read More

Bloombury Academic, London and New York, 2013 Book. New. Soft cover. 1st Edition. English text; Paperback.; 13.5 x 21.6 cm; 0.26 Kg; 192 pages with a few black and white illustrations.; First published in 2012 by Bristol Classical Press an imprint of Bloomsbury Academic. Reprinted by Bloomsbury Academic 2013.; Vessels of Influence, while examining in depth the role of Chinese ceramics in Japan, also delves into the meaning, motivation for, and rapid development of Japanese porcelain from many angles, including archaeology, heirloom and documentary evidence. The political and fiscal advantage that one lord found for his domain in creating its own local 'china' is placed in the context of the domestic and international market economy. Through an examination of the role of Chinese products and that of a domesticated 'china' in Japan, a fuller picture of Japan's rich material culture emerges, revealing complex interactions between government, taste-makers, traders, merchants,… Read More

Laura Cesana, Lisboa, 1998 Book. Very Good. Hardcover. 2nd Edition. English and Portuguese text; Hardcover; 23.6 x 32 cm; 1.152 Kg; 160 pages with 116 colored images of places and paintings.; Used book with minor signs of wear, namely a small bump on the top of the back cover.; This book concerns a project from the painter Laura Cesana regarding the Jewish influence on western civilization, precisely in Portugal. The author research and her drawings, paintings and engravings are included in the publication.; "The book also opens doors to Jewish landmarks in a way not found in the meager guidebooks that tourists usually resort to when they visit Portugal. The Cesana book is written in both Portuguese and English on facing pages. It also has a rich supplement of notes. The text, the photographs of places, objects and her art work are a very sensitive account of a five year search." excerpt from the review by KATHLEEN TELTSCH (retired journalist of "The New York Times"); "The… Read More

Subcommittee on Public Relations for Foreign Affairs for the National Celebrations in Honour of the H.M. Queen Sirikit's Sixtieth Birthday Anniversary, 1992 Book. Fair. Hardcover. English text; Hardcover (with dust jacket); 22 x 29.5 cm; 0.718 kg; 128 pages with colour illustrations throughout.; Used book with signs of wear. The hinge is slightly loose but the binding remains firm. The rear of the front and back cover has a stamp from the Thai Embassy. The dust jacket has tears and minor chips. Good readable copy. The dust jacket is now protected with a clearcover.; Published by the Subcommittee on Public Relations for Foreign Affairs for the National Celebrations of H.M. the Queen Fifth Cycle Birthday Anniversary with the purpose of unveiling the Vimanmek Mansion's and Thailand's architectural style and cultural heritage. The Vimanmek Mansion is believed to be the world's largest existing builiding made entirely of golden teakwood. It was built by King Rama V (King Chulalongkorn).… Read More