Scientific research on the sculptural arts of Asia
Subtitle: proceedings of the Third Forbes Symposium at the Freer Gallery of Art
By: edited by Janet G. Douglas, Paul Jett, and John Winter.
Contributors: Douglas, Janet G.; Jett, Paul.; Winter, John, 1936 Feb. 23-; State University College at Buffalo. Dept. of Art Conservation.
Publisher: Archetype
Published: 2007
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 212
ISBN-13: 9781904982203
Subjects: Sculpture, Asian -- Research -- Congresses.; Sculpture, Ancient -- Research -- Asia -- Congresses.; Sculpture -- Asia -- Technique -- History -- Congresses.
Genres: Congresses.
Other titles: Art Conservation Department Library
Description: Presentations addressing the impact of scientific methods of research on the sculptural arts of Asia in order to further our understanding of Asian art and cultures, and to advance efforts to preserve the heritage they represent.
Notes: Art Conservation Department Library.

Conference proceedings.

Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: value: Jade and jade-working methods; value: Bronze, iron, and precious metals; value: Earth-based materials; value: Analysis and replication; value: Polychromy and wood.