This two-volume boxed edition presents in its entirety the collection of Chinese snuff bottles owned by James and Julie Li. The 451 bottles and 33 related craft items in this collection comprise some of the most outstanding works of the genre. Almost every piece is shown at actual size, while the text offers an examination of each piece, both in terms of their physical qualities and its history and significance as a work of art.
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This two-volume boxed edition presents in its entirety the collection of Chinese snuff bottles owned by James and Julie Li. The 451 bottles and 33 related craft items in this collection comprise some of the most outstanding works of the genre. Almost every piece is shown at actual size, while the text offers an examination of each piece, both in terms of their physical qualities and its history and significance as a work of art.
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Seller's Description:
Very good. No jacket. Volume 1 only. Spine and top edge of front cover are sunned, with some small stains along length of spine, but text is legible. Binding is tight. Inside is clean and unmarked.
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Very Good. 1993. Cloth. Folio. Two volume set in a pictorial slipcase. 794 pp. Profusely illustrated. Mild scuffing to slipcase. Altogether a complete set in Fine condition. (Subject: Asian Art. )
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Seller's Description:
VG-/VG-wear/rubbing to lettering on book spines. Rubbing to slipcase, plus wear to lettering, and light wear to corners and edges. Black cloth boards with red stamped lettering. Black hardshell slipcase with color-illustrations pasted in, and red lettering. 2 volumes totaling 794 pp. Color illustrations. Oversized at 15 pounds and will require extra shipping. Lavishly illustrated with 484 works. Also includes comprehensive scholarship, references, and an index. An excellent reference for collector's and enthusiasts.
