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Edisi

Vol. 1 No. 2

ISBN/ISSN

1412-0127

Deskripsi Fisik

143 p.; 18 x 23 ,5 cm.

Judul Seri

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No. Panggil

M. 161 122001

Korean Paintings and Caligraphy of the National Museum Korea Volume 22

This publication, the twenty-second volume of the series, focuses on four copies of Album of Wonderful Ancient Stories, one of the most important album of painting and calligraphy of the late Joseon dynasty, which collects major works based on famous pieces of Chinese literature.

Islamic Art in the Ashmolean

The Ashmolean Museum, amongst its myriad of treasures, hosts a world-famous collection of Islamic art. Stretching from Muslim Spain in the west to Muslim India in the east, the Islamic collection in the Department of Eastern Art is the principal focus for the teaching and research in Islamic art and archeology at Oxford University. It covers a wide range of media including ceramics, glass, meta…

Islamic Art in the Ashmolean

The Ashmolean Museum, amongst its myriad of treasures, hosts a world-famous collection of Islamic art. Stretching from Muslim Spain in the west to Muslim India in the east, the Islamic collection in the Department of Eastern Art is the principal focus for the teaching and research in Islamic art and archeology at Oxford University. It covers a wide range of media including ceramics, glass, meta…

Islamic Metalwork

Whether destined for a sultan's palace or provincial household, a vast array of functional and often luxurious metal vessels and utensils have been produced throughout the Islamic world. Although not primarily religious objects, they were traditionally made with the same skill and imagination, and their designs and decoration reflect the strong cultural influence of Islam which extended from Sp…

The Crossboards of Civilizations: Ancient Culture of Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan, or the land of the Uzbeks, is part of West Turkestan, which is located to the west of Pamir Mountains. In the ancient times, this region was part of Transoxiana, which refers to the land between Amu Darya ("Oxus" in Greek) and Syr Darya. Many oases were formed along these rivers that originate from Pamir Mountains and reach Aral Sea. This region was also a major center on the Silk R…

Yoga and Yantra: Their Interrelation and Their Significance for Indian Archae…

The author asks to what extent a knowledge of the concepts of yoga may prepare the way to a better understanding of Indian archaeology. The yoga at the basis of this study is that which forms the core of the Tantras. In the first chapter the author surveys the system of Tantrik yoga. He then continues with a discussion of the various forms of yantras, that is all the means employed by yogis in …

National Museum of Korea

This catalogue introduces a selection of exhibits from the five Galleries of the National Museum of Korea-Archaeology, History, Fine Arts, Asian Arts, and Donations-to presents Korean History and culture in the light of its relations with neighboring countries.

Tibet: Treasures from the Roof of the World

We extend our warmest greetingson the occasion of this special exhibition: "Tibet: Treasures from the Roof of the World," a comprehensive introduction to Tibetan Culture, which has lately received considerable attention worldwide but is as yet fairly unfamiliar in Japan. wewelcome visitors to this large-scale collection of fine arts, shown for the first time in Japan, from palace registered as…

Turkmenistan: Arts from the Land Magtymguly

Beautifully illustrated volume from the Asian Cultural history program of the Smithsonian Institution full of color photos of Turkish culture and art. In both English and Turkmen.