Precious beyond Measure

Precious beyond Measure
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Publisher : Reaktion Books
Total Pages : 282
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ISBN-10 : 9781789148985
ISBN-13 : 1789148987
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Book Synopsis Precious beyond Measure by : Beth McKillop

Download or read book Precious beyond Measure written by Beth McKillop and published by Reaktion Books. This book was released on 2024-07-06 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated history of Korean ceramics from ancient origins to today. This book is a captivating, richly illustrated history of fired clay in Korea, spanning ancient times to the present day. Drawing on the latest research, this book features a wide range of examples from archaeological sites and museums. In addition, it offers a rare glimpse into the world of modern North Korean ceramics. The authors devote substantial chapters to the refined celadons of the Goryeo and porcelains of the Joseon dynasties (tenth to twentieth centuries), as well as an array of blue-and-white vessels. Merging maritime archaeology, textual evidence, and kiln excavation reports, this overview reveals a remarkable and enduring ceramic tradition in Korea.


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