Chinese Ceramics

Highlights of the Sir Percival David Collection

Regina Krahl, Jessica Harrison-Hall

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British Museum Press
16 June 2009

Oriental art; Ceramics: artworks

Sir Percival David made one of the finest collections of Chinese ceramics outside Asia. It includes many items of imperial quality, with beautiful examples of extremely rare Ru and guan wares as well as the famous David vases. Their inscriptions date to 1351, making them an internationally acknowledged yardstick for the dating of Chinese blue and white porcelain. Here are 50 selected highlights, all illustrated with colour photographs taken especially for this publication. The accompanying text provides details and draws out the important features of each piece. The range and scope of the collection provide the material for a stunning overview and accessible introduction to Chinese ceramic art.

By: Regina Krahl, Jessica Harrison-Hall
Imprint: British Museum Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 214mm, Width: 214mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 400g
ISBN: 9780714124544
ISBN 10: 0714124540
Pages: 96
Publication Date: 16 June 2009
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jessica Harrison-Hall is Head of the China Section, Curator of Later China, Vietnam and the Sir Percival David Collection of Chinese Ceramics at the British Museum, London.