This volume in The World’s Great Collections: Oriental Ceramics series presents an extensive catalog of Asian and Islamic ceramics housed in the Freer Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C. The book includes expert introductions and scholarly notes by John A. Pope, Josephine H. Knapp, and Esin Atil. It documents significant works from Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Islamic ceramic traditions, accom…
This volume is part of The World’s Great Collections: Oriental Ceramics series and presents a detailed catalog of the Asian pottery and porcelain collection housed in the Musée Guimet, Paris. The book features high-quality photographic plates, scholarly introductions, and expert annotations describing the historical, cultural, and artistic significance of each ceramic object. Contributions f…
This book compiles a wide variety of traditional children’s games from countries across Asia. Collected and organized by Opal Dunn, the volume highlights cultural diversity through simple, engaging activities played by children in different Asian societies. Each game is described with clear instructions, background information, and cultural context, making the book a valuable resource for edu…
Buku Gedung Pancasila diterbitkan oleh Departemen Luar Negeri Republik Indonesia pada tahun 1980 dalam rangka memperingati Hari Ulang Tahun ke-35 Proklamasi Kemerdekaan Republik Indonesia serta ulang tahun ke-35 Departemen Luar Negeri. Buku ini memuat sejarah, fungsi, dan nilai historis Gedung Pancasila sebagai salah satu bangunan penting dalam perjalanan diplomasi dan pemerintahan Indonesia. D…
Indonesia Through Stamps adalah buku yang menampilkan perjalanan sejarah, budaya, flora, fauna, serta perkembangan Indonesia melalui koleksi prangko. Buku ini menggabungkan katalog prangko dengan ensiklopedia mini mengenai kekayaan seni dan warisan budaya Indonesia. Melalui gambar dan penjelasan prangko terbitan 1945–2000, pembaca diajak melihat keragaman identitas bangsa, peristiwa nasional …
Islamic Architecture: North Africa by Antony Hutt provides a richly illustrated overview of the architectural traditions of the Islamic world in the Maghrib region, including Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya. The book examines the historical development of Islamic architectural styles, exploring mosques, madrasas, palaces, fortifications, and urban design. Through photographs, drawings, an…
This book is an illustrative survey of traditional Sub-Saharan African crafts, covering the motifs, techniques, and designs used in various forms of decorative art. Margaret Trowell describes the history, social functions, and aesthetic values of traditional African works, supported by detailed illustrations and technical explanations. This Dover edition is a reprint of the 1966 edition and fea…
Margaret Trowell's "African Design" is an illustrated survey of traditional African crafts, primarily from the Sub-Saharan region. The book provides explanations of decorative patterns, production techniques, cultural functions, and aesthetic values of various African craft forms, such as textiles, woodcarvings, jewelry, pottery, and symbolic design. This 2003 Dover edition is a reprint o…
This monograph presents the life and artistic achievements of Mohammed Racim, one of Algeria’s most renowned miniaturist painters. Written by Mohammed Khadda, the book explores Racim’s contributions to the revival and modernization of traditional Algerian miniature art. Through detailed commentary and visual documentation, the volume highlights Racim’s stylistic influences, cultural ident…
This photographic book presents a visual journey across Algeria through the lens of Yacine Ketfi, accompanied by texts written by Salvatore Lombardo. Éternelle Algérie captures the country’s landscapes, people, architecture, and cultural heritage, offering an artistic and evocative portrayal of Algeria’s timeless identity. The collection blends documentary photography with poetic narrativ…