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Java Gold: The Splendour of Jewelery
Contributor(s): Golden Lotus Foundation (Author)
ISBN: 981119808X     ISBN-13: 9789811198083
Publisher: Golden Lotus
OUR PRICE:   $44.96  
Product Type: Hardcover
Published: September 2019
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Design | Jewelry
- Design | Decorative Arts
Physical Information: 1.1" H x 10" W x 12" (3.95 lbs) 224 pages
 
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Publisher Description:
  • Second book in the series of the immensely stunning bestseller Java Gold: Wealth of Rings
  • Gold body ornaments and objects are universally considered symbol of wealth, social status and power
The gold jewellery from the late 7th to the early 16th century features an endless number of shapes, styles and motifs that mirror the brilliant creativity of Java's culture and its talented goldsmiths.

Gold body ornaments and objects played an essential role as symbol of status and power as well as a magical substance associated with higher powers. These beautiful artworks also conveyed social, economic and cultural messages during public rituals and ceremonies