At the entrance of The Field Museum's Cyrus Tang Hall of China, two
Chinese stone guardian lions stand tall, gazing down intently at
approaching visitors. One lion's paw rests upon a decorated ball
symbolizing power, while the other lion cradles a cub.
Traditionally believed to possess attributes of strength and
protection, statues such as these once stood guard outside imperial
buildings, temples, and wealthy homes in China. Now, centuries
later, they guard this incredible permanent exhibition. China's
long history is one of the richest and most complex in the known
world, and the Cyrus Tang Hall of China offers visitors a
wonderful, comprehensive survey of it through some 350 artifacts on
display, spanning from the Paleolithic period to present day. Now,
with China: Visions through the Ages, anyone can experience the
marvels of this exhibition through the book's beautifully designed
and detailed pages. Readers will gain deeper insight into The Field
Museum's important East Asian collections, the exhibition
development process, and research on key aspects of China's
fascinating history. This companion book, edited by the
exhibition's own curatorial team, takes readers even deeper into
the wonders of the Cyrus Tang Hall of China and enables them to
study more closely the objects and themes featured in the show.
Mirroring the exhibition's layout of five galleries, the volume is
divided into five sections. The first section focuses on the
Paleolithic and Neolithic periods; the second, the Bronze Age, the
first dynasties, and early writing; the third, the imperial system
and power; the fourth, religion and performance; and the fifth,
interregional trade and the Silk Routes. Each section also includes
highlights containing brief stories on objects or themes in the
hall, such as the famous Lanting Xu rubbing. With chapters from a
diverse set of international authors providing greater context and
historical background, China: Visions through the Ages is a richly
illustrated volume that allows visitors, curious readers, and China
scholars alike a chance to have an enduring exchange with the
objects featured in the exhibition and with their multifaceted
histories.
General
Is the information for this product incomplete, wrong or inappropriate?
Let us know about it.
Does this product have an incorrect or missing image?
Send us a new image.
Is this product missing categories?
Add more categories.
Review This Product
No reviews yet - be the first to create one!
Welcome to Loot.co.za!
Sign in / Register |Wishlists & Gift Vouchers |Help | Advanced search
(3)
