Antique Guide (Seals and Stamps)

Author: Zhao Ruzhen (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2006-03-01
Features: This book selects content from Zhao Ruzhen's "Guide to Antique Collecting" series, including "Seals," "Ancient Imperial Seals," "Seal Ink," "Ancient Ritual Vessels," "Ancient Musical Instruments," and "The Guqin." Imperial seals and ritual vessels played significant roles in maintaining the social order in ancient China. Today, seals have become important collectibles, while specialized discussions on ritual vessels are relatively rare. These contents help modern readers understand the importance of rituals in ancient society and further explore the cultural context of the time. The original "Guide to Antique Collecting" presented these topics in scattered and fragmented ways, often appearing in different sections. This book compiles these scattered pieces into a cohesive volume, facilitating readers' historical and cultural perspective on artifacts for study and reference. This volume specifically focuses on imperial seals.