Veleanu Mircea (62 results)

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Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. 1st Edition. This is a fine, as new, hardcover first edition, first printing copy in a fine, as new DJ, jade green spine, 288 pages. MEDIA SHIPPING, extra for airmail or international shipping.

Condition: Acceptable. Book is readable with major wear, creases, and rips. Has a publisher remainder mark. hardcover Used - Acceptable 2008.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Finally, a book on Tibetan art and antiques with 500 brilliant color photographs that provide a broad survey and visual reference guide. It presents Tibetan thangka and tantric religious art and ritual objects, manuscripts, woodblock prints, document holders, sculptures, furniture, tea services, snuff holders and smoking equipment, swords, daggers, armor, jewelry, textiles, musical instruments, and writing tools and seals. The engaging text is both a brief history of Tibet and information concerning every art form and antique displayed. The arrangement of the materials by type offers a quick and easy reference guide to this wide variety of wares. Values for the items shown are provided in the captions. For anyone with a passion for Tibet, Oriental art, and antiques, this book will be a welcome addition to the reference library. AUTHOR: Mircea Veleanu has traveled the globe for many years collecting a wide range of art and antiques. This is his fourth book with Schiffer Publishing. Finally, a book on Tibetan art and antiques with 500 brilliant color photographs that provide a broad survey and visual reference guide. It presents Tibetan thangka and tantric religious art and ritual objects, manuscripts, woodblock prints, document holders, sculptures, furniture, tea services, snuff holders and smoking equipment, swords, daggers, armor, jewelry, textiles, musical instruments, and writing tools and seals. The engaging text is both a brief history of Tibet and information concerning every art form and antique displayed. The arrangement of the materials by type offers a quick and easy reference guide to this wide variety of wares. Values for the items shown are provided in the captions. For anyone with a passion for Tibet, Oriental art, and antiques, this book will be a welcome addition to the reference library. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Detailed guide to collectible Netsuke carvings with numerous color plates. The book is spotless and just-like-new inside and out. Its dust jacket is not price-clipped and has no holes, chips or tears but does have a few creases and crimping at top and bottom edges. (Note: Photos may show a flash reflection.) PayPal always welcome. We pack all our books with care and ship in cardboard boxes. Shipment outside of the United States may require extra funds. Additional photos emailed upon request.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Prized the world over, jade has been considered a sacred stone with miraculous powers since prehistoric times. In ancient China, jade was regarded as the most important physical substance on earth. This invaluable book traces the chronological use of jade carvings in China, including primitive utilitarian tools, fascinating ceremonial objects, beautiful ornaments, and intricately designed sculptures. Lavishly illustrated with over 900 color photographs, it features a wide diversity of examples and helps today's collector identify different types of jade and their period of carving -- ranging from neolithic times through the Qing Dynasty (1644-1912). Also discussed in less detail are jade carvings from India, New Zealand, and pre-Columbian civilizations such as the Mayan, Toltec, and Aztec. Tips for determining the age and authenticity of jade carvings are provided, along with current values for all items illustrated. This indispensable reference will appeal to all collectors and admirers of jade and the Oriental arts._x000D__x000D_ AUTHOR: Dr. Mircea Veleanu is a dedicated scholar of the oriental arts who has spent more than thirty-five years collecting, researching, and classifying oriental antiques and antiquities. In a beautifully illustrated, large print guide to collectible jade carvings through the ages (particularly from Chinese dynasties), a longtime collector/scholar of the Oriental arts presents realistic guidelines to their value. Veleanu overviews jade types, sources, and methods of determining age a Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine. First Edition. CLEAN Fine 2008 hard cover with near Fine dust jacket.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 0764333607. 2009, bright clean copy, with dustjacket, no markings, Professional booksellers since 1981.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine Like New. First Edition. CLEAN Fine Like New first edition hardcover with Fine Like New dust jacket. NO AMAZON OVERSEAS ORDERS. LARGE BOOK, MAY REQUIRE EXTRA SHIPPING. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Hardcover. Condition: Fine to Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good +. NOTE FOR OVERSEAS BUYERS: HEAVY BOOK TO SHIP FROM THE UK WHICH WILL REQUIRE AN INCREASED POSTAGE FEE IN ADDITION TO OUR STANDARD RATES SHOWN, PLEASE EMAIL FOR PRICE-DETAILS IF RELEVANT. Excellent clean crisp interior, no marks or inscriptions, colour photos throughout, pictorial boards near fine-to-fine showing only a slight hint of previous usage, bright and clean, all tight; d/jacket has light usage overall, no nicks or tears just faint surface marks.

Hardback. Condition: New. Finally, a book on Tibetan art and antiques with 500 brilliant color photographs that provide a broad survey and visual reference guide. It presents Tibetan thangka and tantric religious art and ritual objects, manuscripts, woodblock prints, document holders, sculptures, furniture, tea services, snuff holders and smoking equipment, swords, daggers, armor, jewelry, textiles, musical instruments, and writing tools and seals. The engaging text is both a brief history of Tibet and information concerning every art form and antique displayed. The arrangement of the materials by type offers a quick and easy reference guide to this wide variety of wares. Values for the items shown are provided in the captions. For anyone with a passion for Tibet, Oriental art, and antiques, this book will be a welcome addition to the reference library.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Netsuke, the carved toggles used to fasten a small container to a kimono sash, made from ivory, wood, porcelain,and more, are among the most popular Asian antiques. Over 970 vivid images of netsuke are shown, representing Japanese life, customs, religion, professions, art, history, and legends. The netsukes are organized by subject, allowing readers to rapidly find those that interest them most. The succinct text introduces, defines, and describes the various types of netsukes and helps identify the subjects represented. Additionally, important evaluating tips are provided, along with a bibliography. This book is a must for anyone interested in Oriental art. AUTHOR: Mircea Veleanu is well known for his art reference books focused on Oriental arts. He has been collecting Asian art for over forty years. He calls New York State home. 977 coloyr photos Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This noteworthy and exceptionally comprehensive book features edged weapons dating from the Neolithic period to the early 20th century. These fascinating antiques come from all over the globe, including Europe, America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan, and Africa. Detailed descriptions and over 890 outstanding color photos help collectors identify and study the characteristics, historical uses, and current values of highly diverse swords and daggers. Among the items showcased are tribal, ceremonial, and presentation edged weapons, Indonesian krises, and Borneo "headhunter" swords. Valuable information is provided about rare artifacts, terminology, and evaluating age and authenticity of the weapons. Novice as well as advanced collectors will find this an indispensable reference. AUTHOR: Mircea Veleanu has been studying and collecting swords and daggers for nearly forty years. Also the author of Jade: 5000 B.C. to 1912 A.D., he resides in New York. Features edged weapons from Europe, America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan, and Africa. Items shown range from ancient times to the early 20th century. Learn to identify the characteristics, historical uses, and current values of these highly diverse antiques. Includes information on terminology, evaluating age and authenticity, and current values. Novice as well as advanced collectors will find this an indispensable reference. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Condition: New.

Hardback. Condition: New. Netsuke, the carved toggles used to fasten a small container to a kimono sash, made from ivory, wood, porcelain,and more, are among the most popular Asian antiques. Over 970 vivid images of netsuke are shown, representing Japanese life, customs, religion, professions, art, history, and legends. The netsukes are organized by subject, allowing readers to rapidly find those that interest them most. The succinct text introduces, defines, and describes the various types of netsukes and helps identify the subjects represented. Additionally, important evaluating tips are provided, along with a bibliography. This book is a must for anyone interested in Oriental art.

Condition: New. Num Pages: 256 pages, 500 color photos. BIC Classification: 1FPCT; WC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 288 x 218 x 27. Weight in Grams: 1580. . 2009. Hardcover. . . . .

Hardback. Condition: New. This noteworthy and exceptionally comprehensive book features edged weapons dating from the Neolithic period to the early 20th century. These fascinating antiques come from all over the globe, including Europe, America, the Middle East, Asia, Japan, and Africa. Detailed descriptions and over 890 outstanding color photos help collectors identify and study the characteristics, historical uses, and current values of highly diverse swords and daggers. Among the items showcased are tribal, ceremonial, and presentation edged weapons, Indonesian krises, and Borneo "headhunter" swords. Valuable information is provided about rare artifacts, terminology, and evaluating age and authenticity of the weapons. Novice as well as advanced collectors will find this an indispensable reference.

1st American Edition. Hardback. Very good laminated picture boards in very good, edge worn, scuffed and plastic protected, d/w. Heavy book, will require extra postage - please email for exact postage quote and information on any available discounts.

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