La Bonne Pierre: Definition, Nature Et Vertus Du Jade, Gisements Et Techniques Dans Les Textes Anciens de la Chine [French]

by Laurent Long and Stephen D. Long

A new study of 'The Fair Stone', defining jade, its nature, virtues, deposits and carving techniques according to ancient Chinese texts. Analysis of ancient sources with a critical mind may supplement archaeological finds and modern scientific studies, but others still present scholars with quite a few riddles, such as metal jade carving implements. This study attempts to provide an analysis of the multifaceted meanings, connotations and echoes...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: French
• ISBN: 1407305611
• ISBN13: 9781407305615
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: British Archaeological Reports Oxford Ltd
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.3" x 11.7"