• Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing
  • Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing
  • Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing
  • Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing
  • Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing
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Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing

Jades of Ancient China (English Edition): 8,000 Years of Ritual, Art & Craft from Neolithic to Qing

From Neolithic Ritual Jades and Shang-Zhou Ceremonial Pieces to Han Burial Jade, Tang-Song Ornaments and Ming-Qing Carvings — A Picture-Led Introduction to China's Jade Tradition
This is a picture book of ancient Chinese jade—not a price guide, and not an academic textbook. It takes you through eight thousand years of jade carving, from the ritual objects of the Neolithic and the ceremonial pieces of the Shang and Zhou, through the burial jades of the Han, the ornaments of the Tang and Song, and the refined carvings of the Ming and Qing. The author, Qu Shi, has spent over thirty years studying and identifying ancient jades, and he explains what each period valued and what to look for in the objects. The photographs do most of the talking, and the book also includes auction records and a historical chronology for reference. If you want to understand how Chinese jade developed across the dynasties through beautiful images and clear text—rather than hunt for prices or wade through a dense academic study—this is it.
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Discover the Timeless Beauty of Chinese Jade

Jade has been treasured in China for thousands of years—not merely as a precious stone, but as a symbol of virtue, power, and immortality. Jades of Ancient China offers readers a visually rich and authoritative guide to this enduring tradition.

Compiled by Qu Shi, a renowned expert from the Beijing Cultural Heritage Appraisal Center, and translated by Chen Xiaocheng, this volume presents a curated selection of jade artifacts spanning different dynasties and functions. Each piece is showcased through full-color photographs alongside insightful commentary on its historical context, craftsmanship, and symbolic meaning-8.

What You’ll Find Inside:

  • A comprehensive overview of jade‘s role in Chinese ritual, burial, and daily life

  • Detailed descriptions of jade types, carving techniques, and regional styles

  • High-quality color illustrations throughout

  • Clear, accessible English text ideal for collectors, students, and anyone fascinated by Chinese art and culture

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