Korean Art from the Gompertz and Other Collections in the Fitzwilliam Museum: A Complete Catalogue (Fitzwilliam Museum Publications)

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by Yong-i Yun

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Including a representative range of ceramics from the fifth to the twentieth century and items in various other materials, the collection of Korean art in the Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, is one of the finest outside of the Far East. Although Korea's ceramics equal China's in quality and technique, they are far less known. Compiled by Yun Yong-i and edited by Regina Krahl, this richly illustrated catalog provides detailed information on each object, as well as background studies on Korean culture and ceramic technology. '…this work by Yun is invaluable for those who do not have the Korean language." -- Apollo Magazine The Fitzwilliam Museum Korean Art collection discussed herein is considered one of the finest outside the Far East.[…] Noted Korean specialist Yun Yong-I has compiled a catalog noteworthy for its thoroughness […] More than 450 black-and-white photographs; 32 superb color plates; catalog numbers; glossary of Korean terms; awesome bibliography. -- Choice Lavishly illustrated catalogue of Korean art in the Fitzwilliam Museum, one of the finest collections outside the Far East. Yun Yong-i is a distinguished expert in Korean art. Regina Krahl is an independent researcher and specialist in Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean ceramics. Used Book in Good Condition

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