The Baur Collection Geneva Chinese Jades and Other Hardstones
by SCHNEEBERGER, Pierre F
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Text in English and French. Illustrations in color, black and white. Brown cloth boards without original dust jacket. Gilt titles on Spine. Clean, tight and very good. A beautiful reference catalogue presenting the collection of Chinese jades and hardstones of Geneva Baur Museum in Switzerland, written by Pierre-F. Schneeberger, curator of the institution, translated by Katherine Watson. Published in 1976, limited edition of 1600 copies, of which this is No. 442. Illustrated with numerous black and white photo plates, this catalogue describes 137 pieces in detail, including jade dishes, bowls, cups, vessels, and others, many with tissue overlays showing the full design. Size 29x24.
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- The Baur Collection Geneva Chinese Jades and Other Hardstones
- Author
- SCHNEEBERGER, Pierre F
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- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Wie neu
- Jacket Condition
- Wie neu
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- 1
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