Publisher's Synopsis
Catalogue Of An Exhibition Of Early Chinese Pottery And Sculpture: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (1916) is a comprehensive guide to an exhibition of early Chinese pottery and sculpture held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York in 1916. The book is written by Sigisbert Christien Bosch Reitz, a renowned art historian and curator who was instrumental in organizing the exhibition.The catalogue covers a wide range of early Chinese pottery and sculpture, including examples from the Neolithic period through to the Tang dynasty. It provides detailed descriptions of each item on display, along with information on its historical and cultural significance. The book also includes numerous black and white photographs of the pieces, allowing readers to appreciate their intricate details and beauty.In addition to the catalogue entries, the book features several essays by Reitz and other scholars on various aspects of early Chinese art and culture. These essays provide valuable context for the exhibition, helping readers to understand the significance of the objects on display.Overall, Catalogue Of An Exhibition Of Early Chinese Pottery And Sculpture: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (1916) is an important resource for anyone interested in the history and art of early China. Its detailed descriptions and beautiful photographs make it a valuable reference for scholars, collectors, and art enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
