Emerald Cities: Arts of Siam and Burma 1775-1950

Emerald Cities: Arts of Siam and Burma 1775-1950
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This lavishly illustrated catalogue of artworks from Thailand and Burma provides an introduction to one of Asia's richest and least known artistic traditions.

Focusing primarily on decorative and religious objects from the nineteenth century (along with some earlier and later works), the art book brings to light the lively, yet often strained, interchange between the regions of central and northern Thailand (Siam) and Burma.

Thailand and Burma are neighboring countries that are approximately the same size in area and population and have many cultural features in common. Yet they have traditionally been adversaries. This book explores some of the elements that have both drawn the countries together and driven them apart. It contains incisive essays by leading scholars as well as detailed entries relating to nearly 150 spectacular works of artâ€”on view at the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco from October 23, 2009, through January 10, 2010â€”many of which have never before been on public display in the West.

While representing the latest art historical scholarship, the book is intended for the general public. It will be of interest to anyone intrigued by such luxuriant and spectacular artworks as gilded and mirrored ritual vessels, black lacquer and mother-of-pearl inlaid furniture, and vibrant, colorful paintings. To many, these objects will convey something of the exotic and exuberant ambiance captured in romantic travel books and films such as The King and I. To browse these pages is to be transported, by artworks that are by turns opulent, reverent, and whimsical, to a lost time and place, one unlike any other.
Country USA
Brand Tuttle Publishing
Manufacturer Asian Art Museum
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber approx. 160 color illustrations
ReleaseDate 2021-04-13
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780939117505

Country	USA
Brand	Tuttle Publishing
Manufacturer	Asian Art Museum
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	approx. 160 color illustrations
ReleaseDate	2021-04-13
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780939117505

Emerald Cities: Arts of Siam and Burma 1775-1950

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