Early Chinese bronzes / by Albert J. Koop

Koop, Albert J

1924, 1st edition. London : E. Benn. Very good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth. Spine and panel edges somewhat dulled and rubbed as with age. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Item #445665

Physical description; viii, 84, [1] pages, 1 leaf 110 plates (some color) 33 cm. Contents; Use of bronze in China from ancient times -- Composition and patination of early bronzes. Detection of forgeries. Methods of casting -- Ornamental styles of succeeding periods. Foreign influences -- Types and uses of early ritual vessels and other implements -- Critical description of the illustrations. Subjects; Bronzes, Chinese.

Price: €225.00