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Antiquarian, Rare & Collectable Books, and South East Asian Art & Antiques
Antiquarian, Rare & Collectable Books, and South East Asian Art & Antiques
Asian Art Books 稀有中國古董書冊

Asian Art Books 稀有中國古董書冊

稀有中國古董書冊 

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Please also see the auction catalogues category for additional titles.

Here you will find a fine selection of books on Asian art. We are specialists in Chinese art in particular, and have sold many of the most desirable Chinese art books over the years.
We also stock titles from other parts of Asia too and hope you enjoying browsing this section of our website.

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Indian Myth and Legend, Donald A Mackenzie, Gresham, 1913 (with printed date to title page)

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An unusual copy of this popular book, with the publication date being printed on the title page. Indian Myth and Legend by Donald A Mackenzie. With...

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Large Surimono with Lacquer: Shibata Zeshin: Okina (Long Life Noh Mask), 1875-1890. 柴田 是真

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Shibata Zeshin (柴田 是真): Large Surimono with Lacquer - Okina, (1875-1890). A very attractive Japanese woodblock, by the artist sometimes known as 'J...

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Cast for Eternity; Ancient Ritual Bronzes from the Shanghai Museum, Clark Art Institute Exhibition Guide, 2014

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A very attractive exhibition catalogue, profusely illustrated in colour. Showcasing over 30 ancient bronzes from the Shanghai Museum's collection, ...

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The Elephant and the Lotus; Vietnamese Ceramics in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Philippe Truong, 2007

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The Elephant and the Lotus; Vietnamese Ceramics in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. By Philippe Truong. Introduction by John Stevenson. Published b...

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Sharaku, Julius Kurth, Munchen, 1922

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A German publication on the work of Tōshūsai Sharaku, Japanese ukiyo-e print designer, particularly known for his portraits of kabuki actors. He is...

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The Youngman Collection; Chinese Jades from Neolithic to Qing, 2008

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Copiously illustrated guide to the Robert P. Youngman collection of Chinese jades, presenting some 200 carvings. The catalogue is split into 3 sect...

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Sotheby's, Hong Kong; The Falangcai Poppy Bowl, 3 October 2018

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Sotheby's, Hong Kong; The Falangcai Poppy Bowl, 3 October 2018, Sale HK0822, 11am. Published by Sotheby's, Hong Kong, 2018.  A beautifully produced...

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Christie's, London; Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Tuesday, 14 May 2019

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Auction Catalogue: Christie's, London; Fine Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Tuesday, 14 May 2019. Published by Christie's, London, 2019.  Softba...

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The Graphic; An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper; 1875 India issue & collection of 1881 issues

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The Graphic; An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper; A bound set of approximately 7 months of The Graphic magazine in a typical library binding. Comprisin...

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Original Framed Thai Buddhist Manuscript illustration, c. 19th Century.

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Original Framed Thai Buddhist Manuscript illustration, c. 19th Century. A very attractive example of Thai Buddhist manuscript painting from late 19...

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Cambodian Dance; Celebration of the Gods, Denise Heywood, Signed, 2008

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Cambodian Dance; Celebration of the Gods, by Denise Heywood. With signed inscription to half title - 'With best wishes, Denise Heywood'. Published ...

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Francis Edwards Catalogue; Classified Catalogue of Books, Pamphlets, Maps, Views, &c. Relating to Asia, c. 1910

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Francis Edwards Catalogue: Classified Catalogue of Books, Pamphlets, Maps, Views, &c. Relating to Asia; The Asiatic Continet: Geography, Histor...

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Chinese Jade Throughout the Ages, Stanley Charles Nott, 1936 first edition.

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Chinese Jade Throughout the Ages; A review of its characteristics, decoration, folklore and symbolism, by Stanley Charles Nott. With an Introductio...

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The Ceramic Art of China and Other Countries in the Far East, by William Bowyer Honey, 1945, First Edition

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The Ceramic Art of China and Other Countries in the Far East, by William Bowyer Honey, Keeper of the Department of Ceramics in the Victoria and Alb...

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Peking; A Historical and Intimate Description of its Chief Places of Interest, Juliet Bredon, 1922

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Peking; A Historical and Intimate Description of its Chief Places of Interest, by Juliet Bredon. Published by Kelly & Walsh, Limited, Shanghai,...

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From Emperor to Citizen; The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi, 2 Volume set, Foreign Languages Press, Beijing

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From Emperor to Citizen; The Autobiography of Aisin-Gioro Pu Yi, 2 Volume set, complete. Published by Foreign Languages Press, Beijing. Third print...

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Yuan Porcelain & Stoneware, Margaret Medley, 1974

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Yuan Porcelain & Stoneware, by Margaret Medley. Published by Faber and Faber, London, 1974. First edition. A scholarly monograph, which is a we...

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Masterpieces of Chinese Enamel Ware in the National Palace Museum, 1971

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Masterpieces of Chinese Enamel Ware in the National Palace Museum. Published by the National Palace Museum, Taipei, Taiwan, Republic of China. 1971...

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History and Civilization of China, Theodore Karzis, 2000, Author inscribed copy

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History and Civilization of China, by Theodore Karzis. Provenance; from the library of the late William St Clair (1937 - 2021), British historian, ...

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Typical Photographs of Burma, Burmese Life and Scenes, Rangoon, c. 1922

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Typical Photographs of Burma, Burmese Life and Scenes. The book provides a photographic record of life in Burma over 100 years ago. We have seen re...

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The Surgeon's Log; Impressions of the Far East, J. Johnston Abraham, 1926, Signed

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The Surgeon's Log; Impressions of the Far East, by J. Johnston Abraham. With many illustrations. Signed copy from the author with dedication to hal...

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Siamese Tales; Old and New, The Four Riddles and Other Stories, Reginald le May, 1930, signed

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Siamese Tales; Old and New, The Four Riddles and Other Stories, translated by Reginald le May, M.R.A.S. (Adviser to the Siamese Government in the M...

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Bangkok, Martin Hurlimann, Thames and Hudson, 1963

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Bangkok, by Martin Hurliman. 86 Pictures in photogravure, 12 Colour Plates, Introductory Text, and Historical Notes.Translated from the German by A...

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Great Western Auctions, Glasgow; Spring Fine Art and Antiques, 18th-19th March 2016

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The Great Western Auctions, Glasgow; Auction Catalogue; Spring Fine Art and Antiques, Two Day Auction 18th-19th March 2016. Published by The Great ...

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