Identification of Authenticity of Chinese Furniture

Author: Hu Desheng
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book is a specialized work on Ming and Qing dynasty furniture, presented in a richly illustrated format. It combines numerous real and fake examples from the art investment market to elaborate in detail on the historical origins, regional distribution, as well as the different types, characteristics, materials, craftsmanship, and more of authentic and counterfeit artworks. Furthermore, it provides readers with very specific criteria for identifying the authenticity of artworks and scientific methods for distinguishing genuine pieces from fakes. The book is multifunctional, offering both aesthetic appreciation, readability, knowledge, and practicality.