Research Catalog

Title

Four centuries of silver : personal adornment in the Qing dynasty and after / by Margaret Duda ; photographs by Paul Dauda ; drawings by Chunming Gao.

Author

Duda, Margaret B.

Publication

Chicago, Ill. : Copublished and distributed n the USA by Art Media Resources ; Singapore : Times Editions, [2002]

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Additional Authors

• Duda, Paul
• Gao, Chunming.

Description

208 p. : ill. (chiefly col.); 27 cm.

Summary

This volume is filled with beautiful photographs that records a variety of Chinese silver pieces from symbolic locks to fingernail guards. This book explains how the adornment are used in daily and ceremonial life and also interprets the symbols and intricate designs so important to understanding these artifacts. The study of silver pieces also reveals the various Chinese customs and creativity of the Chinese craftsmen. The book not only includes all the basic information that explains everything from different silversmithing techniques to the various types of silver compounds used, but also teaches you how to identify authentic Chinese silver pieces.

Alternative Title

Personal adornment in the Qing dynasty and after

Subject

• Silverwork > China > History > Ming-Qing dynasties, 1368-1912
• Silverwork > China > History > 20th century

Genre/Form

• History
• Pictorial works

Bibliography (note)

• Includes bibliographical references (p. 188-189) and index.

Processing Action (note)

• committed to retain

Contents

Needle cases -- Symbolic locks -- Grooming kits and fragrance carriers -- Qilins -- Collars, neckrings, and torques -- Talismans against misfortunes -- Rings, earrings, and bracelets -- Amulets for security and success -- Hair, head, and hat adornments -- Utilitarian sash hangings -- Mandarin and minority artifacts -- Artifacts with beads -- Glossary of Chinese symbolism and rebuses.

ISBN

1588860310

OCLC

• 52183085
• SCSB-9969199

Owning Institutions

Harvard Library