<p>The Victoria and Albert Museum houses one of the world's finest collections of Chinese jades, ranging from the neolithic era to the nineteenth century. More than half the collection was acquired before 1910 - well before sophisticated fakes appeared on the market, so the authenticity of the jades is assured. The author illustrates for the first time many exceptional pieces, drawing on the latest archaeological data as well as ancient Chinese sources to place the jades in their proper context, and readers will find the chapter on fakes and imitations both intriguing and illuminating.</p>

Chinese Jades (Victoria & Albert Museum Far Eastern Series)

Arts & Photography

Wilson, Ming

History & Criticism

V&A Publishing

<p>In Qing Dynasty China (1644-1911) there were clear rules on what to wear on different occasions. Official dresses were worn when the emperor performed sacrifices and other important rituals. Auspicious dresses were for New Year, birthdays, and weddings; military dresses for troop inspection; traveling dresses for hunting and royal visits to provinces; and ordinary dresses for events of a non-celebrative nature, such as mourning. When not performing public duties, however, the imperial family could freely choose which garments to wear. This book showcases both the official robes and accessories as well as the more casual but still beautiful clothes created for the fashion-conscious court ladies.</p>

Imperial Chinese Robes: From the Forbidden City

Wilson, Verity

Victoria & Albert Museum

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