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Paul Haig and collaborator Marla Shelton have written "Threads of Gold: Antique Chinese Textiles from Ming to Ch'ing." This book is a comprehensive guide to collectible Chinese textiles. Published by Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., Threads of Gold includes an extensive number of textile examples along with an easy to follow grading system to assist in determining value. Threads of Gold is beautifully illustrated with over 500 detailed photos of ceremonial court robes, badges and decorative textiles dating from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) to the Ch'ing Dynasty (1644-1911). It is designed for historians, Asian studies scholars and textiles collectors, from beginning to advanced, as a real-world representation of available pieces and an in-depth study. It is a must for appraisers and connoisseurs alike.

Purchase copies from antiquechinesetextiles.com. $50 +s/h.

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Threads of Gold: Chinese Textiles Ming to Ch'ing

Catalogue: Traditional Collectibles: Books: Contemporary   item# 565039

Threads of Gold: Chinese Textiles Ming to Ch'ing
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Haig's of Rochester Fine Jewelry
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Chinese textiles go back thousands of years. The Silk Road was named for the extensive trade in these fine materials. Due to China's size and history of successive wealthy dynasties, a vast amount of textile art is available for study today. Great tombs have yielded beautiful and dateable pieces worn and used by elite members of Chinese society. These and other fragile examples reside in museums and a few private collections. ...click for details

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