Treasures from the Bronze Age of China
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Description
Treasures from the Bronze Age of China: An Exhibition from the People's Republic of China is an illustrated exhibition catalogue published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1980. It presents remarkable archaeological discoveries from China, tracing the development of Chinese bronze art from the early Bronze Age through the Shang and Zhou dynasties and into the Qin and Han periods. The objects include elaborately decorated ritual vessels, bronze ornaments and other artefacts that reveal the technical skill, religious practices and artistic traditions of ancient Chinese society. Featuring extensive illustrations and historical commentary, this volume is a valuable reference for collectors and readers interested in Chinese art, archaeology and ancient civilisations.
Condition
Good condition, as pictured
Filed under: Eastern Art