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Emblems of Empire: Selections From the Mactaggart Art Collection, Hardcover Art Book

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Bristol, RI

Condition Notes: This volume has slight wear on the dustjacket, typical for the shelving of hardcover books; there are no tears, rips, … moreThis volume has slight wear on the dustjacket, typical for the shelving of hardcover books; there are no tears, rips, smudges, etc. less

Description: This fascinating hardcover art book is described elsewhere as follows: In this sumptuous volume, John Vollmer and Jacqueline Simcox showcase … more This fascinating hardcover art book is described elsewhere as follows: In this sumptuous volume, John Vollmer and Jacqueline Simcox showcase 72 objects focused on the emperors of China from the Mactaggart Art Collection at the University of Alberta Museums, one of the foremost collections of Chinese paintings and textiles in the world. Full-colour images and informative text introduce both the works from the collection and how they served as emblems of imperial order and power during the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). Students, collectors, museum visitors, scholars, historians, and individuals interested in Chinese art will be stirred by the sensuous interplay of hierarchy and design of the painted and textile arts of the Chinese Imperial court, as explored and illuminated in this book.

This hardcover volume is in excellent, like new condition. At 325 pages and approx dimensions 11" x 10" x 1.5"

This item is from a personal collection of art books and museum catalogues acquired and carefully maintained by an academic librarian. less

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