Identification of Ancient Jade Quality

Author: Xiao Jing
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Publish Date: 2004-08-01
Features: This series is divided into 10 volumes according to the classification of jade. This book provides a detailed classification of jade artifacts, with the selected pieces representing different periods and styles. They are richly diverse, uniquely valuable, either rarely seen or characteristic of a specific era. Each plate in this book is accompanied by an inscription, elaborating on the natural characteristics, thematic content, stylistic form, artistic features, and collection value of the works. It not only meets the appreciation needs of art enthusiasts but also serves as a valuable visual and textual resource for art research and curation.
Liu Datong, the author of Discerning Ancient Jade, once remarked: "I believe that the enlightenment of art in our country began with jade, with everything else following." As early as 7,000 years ago during the Neolithic Age, China produced countless exquisite stone artifacts. Among all stones, jade is the most prized. The history of ancient Chinese jade is also the history of the evolution of Chinese civilization. This book presents a multi-dimensional appreciation, identification, and introduction to the cultural background of traditional Chinese jade through a combination of images and text.
This book covers ten aspects: ritual vessels, ornaments, figures, weapons, daily utensils, animal carvings, pendant and inlay jade, (jade discoloration), decorative patterns, and jade quality. It is a popular reading material on ancient jade designed for collectors.