Appreciating China: Gifts from Ruth and Bruce Dayton
Minneapolis: The Minneapolis Institute of Arts, 2002. Hardcover. Cinnamon cloth/boards; gilt lettering. Black dj with red spine; color illus. and French folds. Decorative end papers. 352 pp. with 218 works pictured in color, some with multiple views. A bit heavy at 5 pounds and may require extra postage. NF/NF. Item #155065
ISBN: 9781588860293
Catalogue of works of Chinese fine and decorative art donated to The Minneapolis Institute of Arts by Ruth and Bruce Dayton. Includes a preface by the donors, and introductory essay, a map of modern China, and a chronology of Chinese dynasties (including a timeline). The catalogue contains ancient metalwork, Buddhist arts, lacquer, ceramics, painting & calligraphy, classical furniture, and literati objects, each annotated and dated. A beautiful catalogue with rich color photographic images.
OCLC: 51056908
Price: $20.00