Description
Paperback cover has some wear. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is very secure.
This catalog from Sotheby’s 1997 auction of Chinese Export Porcelain and Works of Art offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich history and cross-cultural exchange between China and the West. During the 17th-19th centuries, Chinese porcelain was highly coveted in Europe, and this auction features exquisite examples of this prized commodity. The catalog itself is a valuable resource for collectors and scholars, providing detailed descriptions, provenance information, and expert insights into the pieces on offer. While the cover shows some signs of wear from use, the clean pages and secure binding ensure that the wealth of information within remains easily accessible. For those interested in the golden age of the Chinese export trade, the artistic and technical mastery of Chinese ceramics, or the enduring allure of these objects in the Western world, this catalog is a must-have.