Sokrovishcha Krasnoi reki: arkheologicheskie kollektsii iz muzeev V’etnama (Treasures of the Red River: archaeological collections from the museums of Vietnam. Exhibition catalogue)
St. Petersburg: Herm, 2019. Sewn pb. Works of decorative and applied arts — bells, drums and gongs; ceramic and metal dishes, vessels, and urns; arms and tools; forms of lighting (candle holders), and jewelry— date from approximately 600 B.C. to A.D. 800. Metalwork in bronze often adorned with animals and figurines, stars and geometric patterns (Dong Son drums, for example) are masterpieces of ancient art. Jewelry from glass, carved stone, agate and gold of the Sa Huynh culture also attains a high aesthetic level. The nicely printed large-format catalogue conveys the subtle artistry of the works. 227 p., approx. 250 color illus., Rus. with title page, table of contents, and summary in ENGLISH. Item #3242
ISBN: 9785935728557
Chapter titles: chronology and periodization of the archaeological cultures of Vietnam in the context of the history of East and Southeast Asia; Vietnam and it’s ancient cultures: from archaeological excavation and chance finds to museum collections and their study; the states of Van Lang, Au Lac, Lam Ap, and Fu Nam; Thuy Son Boat-Shaped Coffins (Hai Phong).
Price: $92.00