Essays on early modern (Ming dynasty) material culture in China. An analysis of status objects, connoisseurship, and Ming aesthetics. Craig Clunas explores the historical valuation of such items as huali and zitan furnitures that are esteemed by collectors of Chinese antiques today. See all photographs which include the table of contents for this book. Condition is like brand new except for very slight shelf wear to the dust jacket (no tears or markings).