Stříbrná a modrá : šperky z Číny v Náprstkově muzeu = Silver and blue

The monograph provides a comprehensive information about jewellery in China. It focuses on the Late Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) collection in the Náprstek Museum, Prague, Czech Republic. It presents the materials, techniques, and types that have appeared throughout the history of Chinese jewellery-making and shows the role of jewellery in traditional Chinese society. In addition, it also presents personalities and acquisition histories associated with this collection. This work is intended for those interested in the history of jewellery, collecting, and Chinese arts and crafts.