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Gold Jewelry from Tibet and Nepal

by Jane Casey Singer
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Cultural adornments reflecting wealth, status, faith.

If you're drawn to the blend of history, art, and spirituality, "Gold Jewelry from Tibet and Nepal" might just enrich your understanding of Himalayan culture. It dives into the symbolism and significance behind the region’s precious jewelry, offering lush images and an insightful perspective into how these pieces were more than mere decorations, but narrated stories of power, social hierarchy, and devoutness. Your appreciation for the intricate designs might be matched by your newfound grasp of their deep cultural resonance.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Gold Jewelry from Tibet and Nepal

by Jane Casey Singer
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ISBN: 9780500974421
Authors: Jane Casey Singer
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Date of Publication: 1997-01-17
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Art, History
Related Topics: Art History, Crafts, Design, Photography, Ancient History, Anthropology, Asia, Historical, World History
Goodreads rating: 5.0
(rated by 1 readers)

Description

In Tibet and Nepal, gold jewelery has always been rare, a luxury limited to the wealthy and powerful. Jewelery reflected not only the owner's personal wealth, but also social and political status, whether worn by noblewomen or government officials, as well as the ancient cultural values of Hinduism and Buddhism. Gems and jewelery often served as metaphors for ideals of the faith, and Himalayan deities were lavishly adorned. Until now, much of the information on this jewelery has been derived from accounts by Western travelers or Tibetans in exile―a lack of archaeological and literary evidence and recent political upheaval having prevented a proper study. This book offers an introduction to the subject, exploring issues of adornment and iconography, materials and manufacture, and how jewelery was defined and appreciated in the Himalayas. It is illustrated with examples of the gold jewelery produced in the region in recent centuries. Photographs throughout
 

Cultural adornments reflecting wealth, status, faith.

If you're drawn to the blend of history, art, and spirituality, "Gold Jewelry from Tibet and Nepal" might just enrich your understanding of Himalayan culture. It dives into the symbolism and significance behind the region’s precious jewelry, offering lush images and an insightful perspective into how these pieces were more than mere decorations, but narrated stories of power, social hierarchy, and devoutness. Your appreciation for the intricate designs might be matched by your newfound grasp of their deep cultural resonance.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.