Scientific Research on the Sculptural Arts of Asia
Author | : Janet G. Douglas |
Publisher | : Archetype Publications |
Total Pages | : 238 |
Release | : 2007 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015074288898 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 ( Downloads) |
Download or read book Scientific Research on the Sculptural Arts of Asia written by Janet G. Douglas and published by Archetype Publications. This book was released on 2007 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Throughout Asia's history, sculptural arts have encompassed a variety of processes, including carving, modeling, casting, and assembling. Scientific investigations presented in this volume include studies of Southeast Asian jade, Chinese bronzes, Mongolian deer stones, Japanese polychrome sculpture, and others. Scientific study of sculpture helps us learn more about why, where, and how these works were made as well as address concerns about the state of their preservation and conservation.