Splendid Relics: A Tour of Tang Dynasty Gold and Silver Wares

Author: Tan Qianxue
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: Tang Dynasty gold and silver wares represent the highest level of ancient Chinese gold and silver craftsmanship with their exquisite manufacturing techniques and rich cultural connotations. Among ancient Chinese gold and silver wares, Tang Dynasty pieces are the most abundant in terms of literary records, archaeological findings, and research achievements. This book aims to introduce the research results in this field to readers in a popular and accessible manner, allowing more people to understand and appreciate Tang Dynasty gold and silver wares, and to recognize Tang Dynasty history and culture through these artifacts. This book seeks not only to introduce related artifact knowledge but also to help readers understand Tang Dynasty history and culture through artifacts. To this end, the book avoids appreciating Tang Dynasty gold and silver wares solely from the perspectives of archaeology and artifacts, instead focusing on uncovering the rich historical and cultural connotations of the artifacts. It strives to enable readers to gain basic knowledge of Tang Dynasty gold and silver wares while deepening their understanding and reflection on Tang Dynasty history and culture.