Beschreibung:
Centuries of gems, precious metals, and rare materials . . . color photographs reveal the true artistry of our Eastern neighbors. Booklist
Introduction . I. Abiding Influences . Myanmar . Cambodia and Champa Thailand, Laos and Chan Jewelry . II. Jewelry of the Mainland Courts: Vietnam . Minorities of Myanmar, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam . III. Ornament of the Ethnic Minorities: Indonesia . IV. Island Traditions: Malaysia . Chinese Jewelry of the Straits Settlements and Indonesia . The Philippines . V. Malaysia, the Chinese and the Philippines