BOOK – Chinese Porcelain, The S.C. Ko Tianminlou Collection

Chinese Porcelain – The S.C. Ko Tianminlou Collection, 2 Volumes, First Edition, Ayers, John and Thompson, Julian & Ko, S.C., Published by Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong, 1987, In almost unused condition – the taupe banderolle has a paper tear of 2,5 cm. First Edition Folio. Decorative Silk with slipcase. Very nice almost unused quality, 364 & 240 pages. Over 400 colour plates and illustrations, including 59 panoramic views. A handsome catalogue of a superb collection, distinguished for its meticulous selection and proof of discriminating taste. The exhibition at the Hong Kong Museum of Art included 163 pieces, all illustrated in colour. Bilingual Chinese – English text. The first volume deals with: Blue & White ware; Polychrome ware; Monochrome ware. The second volume deals with: Decorative Motifs on Blue & White ware in the S.C. Ko Collection; The Catalogue: Blue – and – White ware; Polychrome Porcelain of the Ming and Qing Dynasties; The Catalogue: Polychrome ware; Chinese Red Wares; The Catalogue: Monochrome Ware; Selected Bibliography; Chronicle Table.