Oriental art books

3896 books were found.

Hokusai One Hundred Poets

Hokusai One Hundred Poets

Author: Peter Morse
ISBN: 9780807612132
Format: Hardback
$211.20

This lavishly illustrated, oversized (17"" x 10"") book brings together the last major print series of the celebrated...  Read More >>

The Legacy of Genghis Khan: Courtly Art and Culture in Western Asia, 1256-1353

The Legacy of Genghis Khan: Courtly Art and Culture...

Author: Linda Komaroff ,  Stefano Carboni
ISBN: 9780300096910
Format: Hardback
$158.40

An exploration of the Ilkhans and their culture, featuring some 200 pieces of art, including manuscript paintings...  Read More >>

From Court to Caravan: Chinese Tomb Sculptures from the Collection of Anthony M. Solomon

From Court to Caravan: Chinese Tomb Sculptures from...

Author: Virginia L. Bower ,  Robert D. Mowry
ISBN: 9780300096965
Format: Hardback
$118.80

An exploration of terra cotta tomb sculptures from the Han and Tang dynasties, featuring 75 sculptures from the...  Read More >>

The Flute and the Lotus: Romantic Moments in Indian Poetry and Painting

The Flute and the Lotus: Romantic Moments in Indian...

Author: Harsha V. Dehejia
ISBN: 9781890206321
Format: Hardback
$110.00

Discusses romantic moments, heart throbbing moments, soul-stirring moments and enchanted moments that have inspired...  Read More >>

Picturing Iran: Art, Society and Revolution

Picturing Iran: Art, Society and Revolution

Author: Shiva Balaghi ,  Lynn Gumpert
ISBN: 9781860648830
Format: Paperback
$113.52

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Luxury Goods from India: The Art of the Indian Cabinet-Maker

Luxury Goods from India: The Art of the Indian Cabinet-Maker...

Author: Amin Jaffer
ISBN: 9780810965997
Format: Hardback
$118.80

This title highlights key objects from the V&A's collection of furniture and objets d'art from India, Sri Lanka,...  Read More >>

Masterful Illusions: Japanese Prints from the Anne Van Biema Collection

Masterful Illusions: Japanese Prints from the Anne Van...

Author: Ann Yonemura ,  et al
ISBN: 9780295982717
Format: Paperback
$158.40

Includes vivid portraits of Kabuki actors, warriors, legendary heroes, and depictions of courage, passion, ghosts,...  Read More >>

Early Buddhist Art of China and Central Asia, Volume 2 The Eastern Chin and Sixteen Kingdoms Period in China and Tumshuk, Kucha and Karashahr in Central Asia (2 vols)

Early Buddhist Art of China and Central Asia, Volume...

Author: Marylin Martin Rhie
ISBN: 9789004114999
Format: Hardback
$1190.64

Volume two of Marylin Rhie’s widely acclaimed and formative multi-volume work on Buddhist Art in China and Central...  Read More >>

Three Thousand Years of Chinese Painting

Three Thousand Years of Chinese Painting

Author: Richard Barnhart ,  Yang Xin
ISBN: 9780300094473
Format: Paperback
$93.95

An illustrated and comprehensive account of the history of Chinese painting from prehistoric times to the 21st century....  Read More >>

Proceedings of the Ninth Seminar of the IATS, 2000. Volume 7: Buddhist Art and Tibetan Patronage Ninth to Fourteenth Centuries

Proceedings of the Ninth Seminar of the IATS, 2000....

Author: Deborah Klimburg-Salter ,  Eva Allinger
ISBN: 9789004126008
Format: Hardback
$372.24

Recent field research and the study of previously neglected primary literary (inscriptional) evidence make clear...  Read More >>

Chinese Fashions

Chinese Fashions

Author: Ming-Ju Sun
ISBN: 9780486420530
Format: Paperback
$13.17

Over 1,000 years of Chinese fashions worn by dynasty officials, scholars, musicians, street vendors, household help,...  Read More >>

Proceedings of the Ninth Seminar of the IATS, 2000. Volume 3: Impressions of Bhutan and Tibetan Art: Tibetan Studies III

Proceedings of the Ninth Seminar of the IATS, 2000....

Author: John Ardussi ,  Henk Blezer
ISBN: 9789004125452
Format: Hardback
$311.52

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Zhou Mi’s Record of Clouds and Mist Passing Before One’s Eyes: An Annotated Translation

Zhou Mi’s Record of Clouds and Mist Passing Before One’s...

Author: Ankeney Weitz
ISBN: 9789004126053
Format: Hardback
$554.40

An annotated translation of Zhou Mi’s (1232-1298) Record of Clouds and Mist Passing Before One’s Eyes (Yunyan guoyan...  Read More >>

Chinese Designs

Chinese Designs

Author: Dianne Gaspas
ISBN: 9780486420837
Format: Paperback
$13.07

Thirty traditional designs grace the pages of this unique coloring book. Skillfully adapted from authentic motifs,...  Read More >>

Early Islamic Art and Architecture

Early Islamic Art and Architecture

Author: Jonathan M. Bloom ,  Jonathan M. Bloom
ISBN: 9780860787051
Format: Hardback
$483.00

This volume deals with the formative period of Islamic art (to c. 950), and the different approaches to studying...  Read More >>

Themes in the History of Japanese Garden Art

Themes in the History of Japanese Garden Art

Author: Wybe Kuitert
ISBN: 9780824823122
Format: Hardback
$137.28

Japanese gardens are fascinating expressions of landscape art. This volume delves into questions of beauty and ideas...  Read More >>

Traditional Japanese Family Crests

Traditional Japanese Family Crests

Author: Isao Honda
ISBN: 9780486422732
Format: Paperback
$31.55

Over 1,700 compact, graceful designs--a traditional part of many Japanese family histories--are featured in this...  Read More >>

Altturkische Handschriften: Teil 6. Berliner Fragmente Des Goldglanz-Sutras. Teil 2: Viertes Und Funftes Buch

Altturkische Handschriften: Teil 6. Berliner Fragmente...

Author: Simone-Christiane Raschmann ,  Simone-Christiane Raschmann
ISBN: 9783515073530
Format: Hardback
$287.76

In Fortsetzung des Bandes 13,13 beschreibt der vorliegende Katalog alle bisher identifizierten alttuerkischen Fragmente...  Read More >>

Persian Flatweaves

Persian Flatweaves

Author: Parviz Tanavoli
ISBN: 9781851493357
Format: Hardback
$236.28

The most comprehensive book on tribal and rustic floor covers of Iran. The book explores the creativity and skill...  Read More >>

Painting for the Mughal Emperor: The Art of the Book 1560-1660

Painting for the Mughal Emperor: The Art of the Book...

Author: Susan Stronge
ISBN: 9780810965966
Format: Hardback
$171.60

A unique blend of Indian, Persian, and Islamic styles, Mughal painting reached its golden age during the reigns...  Read More >>

Tibetan Designs

Tibetan Designs

Author: Marty Noble
ISBN: 9780486420660
Format: Paperback
$10.43

Inspired by the living legacy of Tibetan art, this vibrant coloring book features 30 designs adapted from authentic...  Read More >>

The Lens Within the Heart: The Western Scientific Gaze and Popular Imagery in Later Edo Japan

The Lens Within the Heart: The Western Scientific Gaze...

Author: Timon Screech
ISBN: 9780824825942
Format: Paperback
$73.92

It has long been assumed that Japan's closed country policy meant that Japan was isolated from the influence of...  Read More >>

Japan's Golden Age: Momoyama

Japan's Golden Age: Momoyama

Author: Money L. Hickman ,  Money L. Hickman
ISBN: 9780300094077
Format: Paperback
$132.00

The Momoyama period (1568-1615) was one of the most dynamic eras in Japan's history. This work explores the history,...  Read More >>

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