Complete Collection of Chinese Lacquerware, Volume 4: Three Kingdoms - Yuan Dynasty

Author: Chen Jing
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Features: This volume includes 180 exquisite lacquerware pieces from the Three Kingdoms to the Yuan Dynasty, collected from museums, cultural relics, and archaeological institutions across the country, presented in 268 color illustrations. Most of these artifacts are newly discovered from tombs, pagoda burials, and archaeological sites. The lacquerware unearthed from Three Kingdoms tombs still reflects the rich heritage of Han Dynasty lacquer craftsmanship, while this period also saw the emergence of gold-inlaid and rhino hide lacquerware. From the polychrome lacquerware found in Eastern Jin and Northern Wei tombs, one can observe the magnificent style of lacquer paintings with vibrant color. Since the Tang and Song dynasties, lacquerware craftsmanship once again reached a peak of artistic excellence. Exquisite inlaid mother-of-pearl lacquerware, luxurious gold-and-silver openwork lacquerware, and other masterpieces flourished. The volume features numerous treasures of Song Dynasty lacquerware, including gold-leafed lacquerware with dazzling gold accents, magnificent red-and-pearl inlaid lacquerware, and gold-inlaid lacquerware with a fresh and elegant style. Notably, a batch of newly unearthed rhino hide lacquerware from Fuzhou showcases exceptionally refined and fluid carvings, serving as an example of "Fuxi." The Yuan Dynasty's carved lacquer reached its zenith. This volume not only includes a collection of (handdowns) from the Yuan Dynasty, such as works by the renowned lacquer craftsmen Zhang Cheng and Yang Mao, but also features two carved lacquer pieces unearthed from Yuan Dynasty tombs. These extraordinary lacquer masterpieces, preserved in the layers of history, are the (masterpieces) of exceptionally talented artisans across the centuries, reflecting the splendid and diverse charm of Chinese lacquer culture over more than a millennium.