The Art of Silver Jewellery: Minorities of China, the Golden Triangle, Mongolia and Tibet

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This book and exhibition presents over 250 gold necklaces, rings, and earrings--objects of ceremonial beauty and rare originality created by nomadic tribal peoples of China. Four catalog essays by leading experts illuminate the context of their creation in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and also provide valuable background information for designers, art historians, collectors, and dealers. In addition to images of the jewelry itself, the volume includes a selection of colorful ethnic textiles and other field photographs that puts the jewelry in full ethnological context. Detailed information about each object includes dimensions, weight, material, function, and area of origin. This sumptuous volume is the most comprehensive study of the region's jewelry available and is essential for anyone with an interest in the complete design heritage of China.

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