This book was sold as a companion guide and souvenir at the Son of Heaven: Imperial Arts of China exhibition that toured the United States in the late 1980's. Items produced by the Chinese imperial workshops were gathered from all over China into this one show. You'll never view all these pieces together in one place again. The photographs are exquisite, featuring some of the best items from the exhibit. The text gives brief overviews of various aspects of life inside the Imperial Court of China, arranged by "rooms" for each broad subject. Most of the items in this book were made specifically for the Chinese Imperial Court and are, thus, examples of the highest quality of craftsmanship at the time of their creation. Not to be missed are the Jade and Gold Belt, and the Emperor's Dragon Robe. Both are examples of the intricacy and incredible skill that went into making items for the Son of Heaven.
Softcover, 208pp., 23x30cm., ills. in col., in good condition (1 corner of frontcover folded, else fine). ISBN: 092920901x.
23x30cm
208 pp.
Son of Heaven press 1988 Seattle
