Meher McArthur

The Arts of Asia is the first book to analyze and survey some of the most beautiful materials used in Asian art and the ways in which they have been transformed into glorious works of art over the centuries. Each material is studied in turn - jade, silk, porcelain, lacquer, ivory, bamboo, paper, gold, stone and wood - with clear explanations of the techniques used in the artistic process, from ancient prehistory to the art of the present day. Ideally suited to the needs of the ever-growing number of collectors, the book will also be required reading for any student of Asia and its cultures.… (altro)

The Arts of Asia is the first book to analyse and survey some of the most beautiful materials used in Asian art and the ways in which they have been transformed into glorious works of art over the centuries. Each material is studied in turn - jade, silk, porcelain, lacquer, ivory, bamboo, paper, gold, stone and wood - with clear explanations of the techniques used in the artistic process, from ancient prehistory to the art of the present day. Ideally suited to the needs of the ever-growing number of collectors, the book will also be required reading for any student of Asia and its cultures.… (altro)

This is a thin picture book, showing off the various origami works that illustrates the mini history of the origami arts. The writing is to the point and informative.

It should be, Meher McAuthur and Robert Lang are two excellent sources on the history of origami, with the former being an art curator and the latter being one of the foremost folders. He is also of world renown for his excellent work in applying mathematics to the creation of origami.

The pictures are stunning and are printed on quality paper, it was an excellent introduction to the origami arts for the novice.… (altro)