First under heaven

The fourth volume in the Hali Annual series presents eleven articles, each exploring the diversity of ideas and images found within Asian art. The contributions, written by scholars, dealers and curators, analyze a range of media, including painting, calligraphy, carpets, textiles, frescoes, furniture, metalwork, ceramics and temple architecture. Including a wealth of many previously unpublished illustrations, this unusual publication will be an essential reference book for anyone interested in this rich and varied subject.