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ISBN10: 9814260614, ISBN13: 9789814260619, [publisher: Editions Didier Millet] Hardcover New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. [Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom] [Publication Year: 2012]
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Editions Didier Millet 6/11/2012 12: 00: 00 AM Hardcover PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT SHIP TO DENMARK. New Book. Shipped from UK in 4 to 14 days. Established seller since 2000. Please note we cannot offer an expedited shipping service from the UK.
ISBN10: 9814260614, ISBN13: 9789814260619, [publisher: éditions du Pacifique] Hardcover First Edition Paris 2011. 1 Volume/1. -- New -- Hardback quarto (.29 x 24 cm ). ----- 272 pages.------ Over 1500 images showcasing a wide range of toggle designs and materials Themed chapters based on materials and subjects for easy reference Comprehensive information on the legends, customs, religious beliefs and cultural norms that relate to Chinese toggles Introductory guide to purchasing and collecting Chinese toggles .******************* "" Toggles were used by the ancient Chinese to secure personal effects such as eating kits and money pouches to their belts. Despite their utilitarian purpose toggles evolved into miniature works of art, made from various materials including wood, ivory and jade. This book contains detailed interpretations of the symbols and rebuses featured on the toggles as well as close-up photographs of over 1,500 toggles from six different collections. Traditional Chinese Toggles is the first book published on the subject in over 50 years and is a must-have for anybody interested in the art of personal adornment.""************************ ref od704w [St Rémy-des-Monts, SARTH, France] [Publication Year: 2011]
ISBN10: 9814260614, ISBN13: 9789814260619, [publisher: Editions Didier Millet Pte Ltd, Singapore] Hardcover Hardcover. This volume is a much-needed reference guide to the historical and cultural significance of Chinese toggles or zhuizi - carved pieces of jade, ivory, bone, wood, shell and semi-precious stones used by the Chinese in ancient times as counterweights to secure personal effects like tobacco pipes and money pouches to their belts. Over time, toggles became treasured objects of identity and expression, believed to bring the bearer good luck, happiness, fertility, longevity and health.The book explains how toggles were used in daily and ceremonial life, and interprets the designs that are fundamental to understanding these artefacts. Accompanied by stunning photography and detailed descriptions, Traditional Chinese Toggles: Counterweights and Charms will be the definitive illustrative guide to this little-known Chinese art form. A reference guide to the historical and cultural significance of Chinese toggles or zhuizi carved pieces of jade, ivory, bone, wood, shell and semi-precious stones used by the Chinese in ancient times as counterweights to secure personal effects like tobacco pipes and money pouches to their belts. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. [Truganina, VIC, Australia] [Publication Year: 2012]
ISBN10: 9814260614, ISBN13: 9789814260619, [publisher: Editions Didier Millet Pte Ltd] Hardcover A reference guide to the historical and cultural significance of Chinese toggles or zhuizi carved pieces of jade, ivory, bone, wood, shell and semi-precious stones used by the Chinese in ancient times as counterweights to secure personal effects like tobacco pipes and money pouches to their belts. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; ACBP; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 298 x 247 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1864. . 2011. 0th Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. [Olney, MD, U.S.A.] [Publication Year: 2011]
Editions Didier Millet 2011 Hard cover New A reference guide to the historical and cultural significance of Chinese toggles or zhuizi carved pieces of jade, ivory, bone, wood, shell and semi-precious stones used by the Chinese in ancient times as counterweights to secure personal effects like tobacco pipes and money pouches to their belts. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; ACBP; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 298 x 247 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1864. 2011. 0th Edition. Hardcover.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
ISBN10: 9814260614, ISBN13: 9789814260619, [publisher: Editions Didier Millet Pte Ltd] Hardcover A reference guide to the historical and cultural significance of Chinese toggles or zhuizi carved pieces of jade, ivory, bone, wood, shell and semi-precious stones used by the Chinese in ancient times as counterweights to secure personal effects like tobacco pipes and money pouches to their belts. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1FPC; ACBP; AFT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 298 x 247 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1864. . 2011. 0th Edition. Hardcover. . . . . [Galway, GY, Ireland] [Publication Year: 2012]
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