Wenwao Shangdu: Supplement Edition

Author: Han Tianheng, Han Huizhi
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: This book introduces over two hundred pieces of privately collected artworks, spanning thousands of years across history, with dozens of materials including gold and jade, and nearly a hundred categories, showcasing a unique and exquisite world. Wenwanshangdu (Supplemented Edition) reflects the insights of the Han father and son over the years in the collection and appreciation of antique stationery. It presents more than 300 pieces of Wenwan with rich illustrations. The "Wenwan" in this book not only refers to the "Four Treasures of the Study" but also includes small utensils and ornaments found in scholar's studios, forming a branch of cultural relics. Whether it's brushes, inkstones, paper, or ink, or gold (bronze) wares, jade, lacquerware, pottery, or porcelain, they all exude elegance and craftsmanship, with many rare treasures among them. Each piece is accompanied by concise and insightful textual descriptions.