Author: Jennie J. Young
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Porcelain
Languages : en
Pages : 528
Book Description
The Ceramic Art
Author: Jennie J. Young
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Porcelain
Languages : en
Pages : 528
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Porcelain
Languages : en
Pages : 528
Book Description
Chats on Oriental China
Author: J. f. Blacker
Publisher: Velikovsky Press
ISBN: 1443756784
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Publisher: Velikovsky Press
ISBN: 1443756784
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 404
Book Description
Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
Pottery and Porcelain of All Times and Nations
Author: William Cowper Prime
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Pottery
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Pottery
Languages : en
Pages : 548
Book Description
On Their Own Terms
Author: Benjamin A. Elman
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 0674036476
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 606
Book Description
In On Their Own Terms, Benjamin A. Elman offers a much-needed synthesis of early Chinese science during the Jesuit period (1600-1800) and the modern sciences as they evolved in China under Protestant influence (1840s-1900). By 1600 Europe was ahead of Asia in producing basic machines, such as clocks, levers, and pulleys, that would be necessary for the mechanization of agriculture and industry. In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Elman shows, Europeans still sought from the Chinese their secrets of producing silk, fine textiles, and porcelain, as well as large-scale tea cultivation. Chinese literati borrowed in turn new algebraic notations of Hindu-Arabic origin, Tychonic cosmology, Euclidian geometry, and various computational advances. Since the middle of the nineteenth century, imperial reformers, early Republicans, Guomindang party cadres, and Chinese Communists have all prioritized science and technology. In this book, Elman gives a nuanced account of the ways in which native Chinese science evolved over four centuries, under the influence of both Jesuit and Protestant missionaries. In the end, he argues, the Chinese produced modern science on their own terms.
Publisher: Harvard University Press
ISBN: 0674036476
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 606
Book Description
In On Their Own Terms, Benjamin A. Elman offers a much-needed synthesis of early Chinese science during the Jesuit period (1600-1800) and the modern sciences as they evolved in China under Protestant influence (1840s-1900). By 1600 Europe was ahead of Asia in producing basic machines, such as clocks, levers, and pulleys, that would be necessary for the mechanization of agriculture and industry. In the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Elman shows, Europeans still sought from the Chinese their secrets of producing silk, fine textiles, and porcelain, as well as large-scale tea cultivation. Chinese literati borrowed in turn new algebraic notations of Hindu-Arabic origin, Tychonic cosmology, Euclidian geometry, and various computational advances. Since the middle of the nineteenth century, imperial reformers, early Republicans, Guomindang party cadres, and Chinese Communists have all prioritized science and technology. In this book, Elman gives a nuanced account of the ways in which native Chinese science evolved over four centuries, under the influence of both Jesuit and Protestant missionaries. In the end, he argues, the Chinese produced modern science on their own terms.
The City of Blue and White
Author: Anne Gerritsen
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108499953
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
A compelling examination of the ultimate global commodity, blue and white porcelain, from kiln to consumers across the globe.
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN: 1108499953
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 349
Book Description
A compelling examination of the ultimate global commodity, blue and white porcelain, from kiln to consumers across the globe.
Christianity in Asia
Author: Pedro de Moura Carvalho
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789810996857
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"This book is published in conjunction with the exhibition, Christianity in Asia: sacred art and visual splendour, presented at the Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore, from 27 May to 11 September 2016"--Title page verso.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789810996857
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
"This book is published in conjunction with the exhibition, Christianity in Asia: sacred art and visual splendour, presented at the Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore, from 27 May to 11 September 2016"--Title page verso.
History of the Fan
Author: G. Woolliscroft Rhead
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 331
Book Description
In 'History of the Fan' by G. Woolliscroft Rhead, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through the cultural and historical significance of fans. This detailed account explores the evolution of fans from practical tools to symbols of status and fashion, illuminating their significance in various societies. Rhead's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social history of everyday objects. The author's meticulous research and attention to detail provide a comprehensive overview of the fan's role in different cultures and time periods. G. Woolliscroft Rhead, a renowned expert in decorative arts and material culture, brings his expertise to 'History of the Fan' by delving into the rich history and symbolism of this often overlooked accessory. Rhead's extensive knowledge and passion for the subject shine through in his meticulous exploration of the fan's evolution and cultural significance. I highly recommend 'History of the Fan' to readers interested in cultural history, decorative arts, or fashion studies. Rhead's thorough examination of this everyday object sheds light on its often overlooked importance and provides valuable insights into the social and cultural dynamics surrounding it.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 331
Book Description
In 'History of the Fan' by G. Woolliscroft Rhead, readers are taken on a fascinating journey through the cultural and historical significance of fans. This detailed account explores the evolution of fans from practical tools to symbols of status and fashion, illuminating their significance in various societies. Rhead's writing style is engaging and informative, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social history of everyday objects. The author's meticulous research and attention to detail provide a comprehensive overview of the fan's role in different cultures and time periods. G. Woolliscroft Rhead, a renowned expert in decorative arts and material culture, brings his expertise to 'History of the Fan' by delving into the rich history and symbolism of this often overlooked accessory. Rhead's extensive knowledge and passion for the subject shine through in his meticulous exploration of the fan's evolution and cultural significance. I highly recommend 'History of the Fan' to readers interested in cultural history, decorative arts, or fashion studies. Rhead's thorough examination of this everyday object sheds light on its often overlooked importance and provides valuable insights into the social and cultural dynamics surrounding it.
Chats on English China
Author: Arthur Hayden
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
"Chats on English China" by Arthur Hayden is a fascinating exploration of English pottery and porcelain. Delving into the history, collectors, and decorative arts, this book offers an engaging overview of English earthware, making it a must-read for enthusiasts and those interested in the rich world of ceramics.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 204
Book Description
"Chats on English China" by Arthur Hayden is a fascinating exploration of English pottery and porcelain. Delving into the history, collectors, and decorative arts, this book offers an engaging overview of English earthware, making it a must-read for enthusiasts and those interested in the rich world of ceramics.
Golden-Silk Smoke
Author: Carol Benedict
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520262778
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
"Tobacco has been pervasive in China almost since its introduction from the Americas in the mid-sixteenth century. One-third of the world's smokers--over 350 million--now live in China, and they account for 25 percent of worldwide smoking-related deaths. This book examines the deep roots of China's contemporary "cigarette culture" and smoking epidemic and provides one of the first comprehensive histories of Chinese consumption in global and comparative perspective"--Provided by publisher.
Publisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520262778
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
"Tobacco has been pervasive in China almost since its introduction from the Americas in the mid-sixteenth century. One-third of the world's smokers--over 350 million--now live in China, and they account for 25 percent of worldwide smoking-related deaths. This book examines the deep roots of China's contemporary "cigarette culture" and smoking epidemic and provides one of the first comprehensive histories of Chinese consumption in global and comparative perspective"--Provided by publisher.
China, 5000 Years
Author: Sherman E. Lee
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art, Chinese
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art, Chinese
Languages : en
Pages : 512
Book Description