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The Chinese people have honoured, revered and cherished jade for over 8,000 years. Consequently, jade has played a unique role in the development of Chinese culture. Jade carvings survive not simply as beautiful works of art, but also as cultural relics shedding light on the spiritual life of ancient China. Utilising a wealth of archaeological evidence and illustrated with precious artifacts, Chinese Jade provides an introduction to the fascinating world of Chinese jade from ancient to modern times.

Table of Contents
Preface; 1. Unveiling the mystery of jade: overview; 2. The sacred world: the time of jade for gods; 3. Imperial companions: the time of jade for kings; 4. Enter civil society: the time of jade for the people; 5. A colorful world: jade ware in modern times; Appendix: chronological table of the Chinese dynasties.

Chinese Jade Introductions to Chinese Culture

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    Publisher: Cambridge University Press
    Publication Date: 8/25/2011 12:00:00 AM
    ISBN13: 9780521186841, 978-0521186841
    ISBN10: 0521186846
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    Description

    Book Synopsis
    The Chinese people have honoured, revered and cherished jade for over 8,000 years. Consequently, jade has played a unique role in the development of Chinese culture. Jade carvings survive not simply as beautiful works of art, but also as cultural relics shedding light on the spiritual life of ancient China. Utilising a wealth of archaeological evidence and illustrated with precious artifacts, Chinese Jade provides an introduction to the fascinating world of Chinese jade from ancient to modern times.

    Table of Contents
    Preface; 1. Unveiling the mystery of jade: overview; 2. The sacred world: the time of jade for gods; 3. Imperial companions: the time of jade for kings; 4. Enter civil society: the time of jade for the people; 5. A colorful world: jade ware in modern times; Appendix: chronological table of the Chinese dynasties.

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