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Item specifics
- Book Title
- Malay Silver and Gold : Courtly Splendour from Indonesia, Malaysi
- ISBN
- 9786164510777
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
River Books
ISBN-10
6164510775
ISBN-13
9786164510777
eBay Product ID (ePID)
21062381289
Product Key Features
Language
English
Topic
Asian / General, General, Silver, Gold & Other Metals, Decorative Arts, Design, Art, Antiques & Collectibles
Illustrator
Yes
Dimensions
Item Length
11 In.
Item Height
1 In.
Item Weight
51.3 Oz
Item Width
8.5 In.
Additional Product Features
LCCN
2024-370041
Book Title
Malay Silver and Gold : Courtly Splendour from Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei and Thailand
Dewey Decimal
739.23095951
Intended Audience
Trade
Synopsis
... With its hundreds of beautiful photographs and outstanding research, it is a magnificent and eye-opening contribution that tells not only the story of the silver and gold items fashioned by Malay artisans but the Malay peoples themselves.' -- Seif El Rashidi, Islamic scholar, author & Director, Barakat Trust This ground breaking new book is the first study of Malay silver and gold to take chronology and place production into serious consideration, leading to a much more nuanced understanding of developments across Southeast Asia. The exciting findings include the identification as Malay of certain exquisite gold filigree pieces held in august collections worldwide.' -- Annabel Teh Gallop, Head, Southeast Asia Department, British Library At last, here is an excellent publication that does full justice to the scope and beauty of Malay silver and gold...' -- Sylvia Fraser-Lu, Author This beautifully produced and illustrated book, ideal for collectors and curators, is the most comprehensive book ever published on the silver and gold ware of the Malay people of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, southern Thailand and Brunei. Hundreds of color photographs of previously unpublished items, and meticulous research, are used to tell not just the story of Malay gold and silver, but that of the Malay people, with reference to their princely regalia, banqueting items, betel sets, jewelry, silver and gold-encased weapons, and other items of adornment and finery. In addition, previously unrecognized gold items made by the Malays for the 18th century European market are identified, and other items of silverware now in museum collections and believed to be Malay are shown not to be. Michael Backman also shows how 19th century collecting for museums and private collections, and colonialism itself, all distorted our view of Malay gold and silver today, if not the Malays themselves, and also influenced what was produced. He weaves a complex story, and in so doing reveals the Malays' rich, dynamic and sophisticated legacy, one that is little understood today. 'Malay Silver and Gold is the first book on this topic to have been published in over a hundred years. Rightly, it restores the Malays to the very centre of the commercial history and material culture setting of their region whilst placing them in the broader context of the 'Islamic world'. With its hundreds of beautiful photographs and outstanding research, it is a magnificent and eye-opening contribution that tells not only the story of the silver and gold items fashioned by Malay artisans but the Malay peoples themselves.' - Seif El Rashidi, Islamic scholar, author & Director, Barakat Trust 'This ground breaking new book is the first study of Malay silver and gold to take chronology and place production into serious consideration, leading to a much more nuanced understanding of developments across Southeast Asia. The exciting findings include the identification as Malay of certain exquisite gold filigree pieces held in august collections worldwide.' -Annabel Teh Gallop, Head, Southeast Asia Department, British Library 'At last, here is an excellent publication that does full justice to the scope and beauty of Malay silver and gold. Michael Backman describes and illustrates the full range of Malay silver and gold work with superlative photographs. A great contribution to a very important, but hitherto not well understood Southeast Asia craft!' -Sylvia Fraser-Lu, Author|9786164510777|, * First book with color images on highly collectible Malay silver* Hundreds of items photographed and catalogued, many from private collections never before published* One of the world's leading dealers in Malay silverMalay Silver and Gold tells not only the story of Malay gold and silverware but also that of the Malay people, with particular emphasis on the banqueting items, the regalia, the betel sets, the jewelry and even the gold and silver mounted weapons of the 18th and 19th centuries. Through hundreds of photographs, many from private collections and never before published, and meticulous research across a multitude of sources. Michael Backman provides a definitive guide to Malay silver and gold and lays to rest many misconceptions. He identifies items not previously thought to be of Malay origin, and conversely points out those pieces once thought to be Malay which are not. Through his detailed analysis, Michael Backman shows that collectors, curators and colonialism have distorted our view of the Malays and their precious gold and silver treasures, and in so doing, reveals a rich and sophisticated legacy., This beautifully illustrated book is the most comprehensive book ever published on the silver and gold ware of the Malay people of Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, southern Thailand and Brunei. Hundreds of photographs of previously unpublished items, and meticulous research, are used to tell not just the story of Malay gold and silver, but that of the Malay people, with reference to their princely regalia, banqueting items, betel sets, jewellery and other treasures. Michael Backman shows how collectors, curators and colonialism have distorted our view of the Malays and their gold and silver ware, and in so doing, reveals a rich and sophisticated legacy.
Publication Year
2024
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
This groundbreaking new book is the first study of Malay silver and gold to take chronology and place production into serious consideration, leading to a much more nuanced understanding of developments across Southeast Asia. The exciting findings include the identification as Malay of certain exquisite gold filigree pieces held in August collections worldwide.', At last, here is an excellent publication that does full justice to the scope and beauty of Malay silver and gold. Michael Backman describes and illustrates the full range of Malay silver and gold work with superlative photographs. A great contribution to a very important, but hitherto not well understood Southeast Asia craft!', Malay Silver and Gold is the first book on this topic to have been published in over a hundred years. Rightly, it restores the Malays to the very centre of the commercial history and material culture setting of their region whilst placing them in the broader context of the 'Islamic world'. With its hundreds of beautiful photographs and outstanding research, it is a magnificent and eye-opening contribution that tells not only the story of the silver and gold items fashioned by Malay artisans but the Malay peoples themselves.'
Format
Hardcover
Table Of Content
Acknowledgements 10 1. Discovering Malay Silver and Gold 12 2. Private Collecting, Public Distortions: The Collecting and Colonial Bias 24 3. The River Rajas: Who are the Malays? 42 4. European Takeover and the Collapse of the Malay Courts 56 5. Malay Rulers: Their Riches and Regalia 60 6. The Minangkabau Mirage 76 7. Making Malay Silver and Gold 88 8. The Malay Silversmith's Aesthetic 106 9. A Taxonomy of Motifs 116 10. Malay Weddings: Everyone's Turn at Royalty 126 11. Early Malay Silver 136 12. The Malays: Forgotten Masters of Filigree 148 13. Thailand and the Malay World 166 14. Silver and Gold for Feasting 174 15. At the Heart of being Malay: Luxury Betel Sets and Tobacco Boxes 194 16. Malay Waist Buckles: Allegories of Paradise 214 17. Portable Wealth: Gold and Silver Jewellery 224 18. Pillow Ends, Modesty Plates and Other Luxury Items in Gold and Silver 240 19. Weapons for Royalty 256 20. Inscriptions on Malay Silver and Gold 262 Appendix 1 - Defining Malay 267 Appendix 2 - Overview of Key Malay Sultanates 269 Endnotes 280 Bibliography 286 Index 291
LC Classification Number
NK7179.A1M3 2024
Number of Pages
296 pages
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- l***1 (1491)- Feedback left by buyer.Past yearVerified purchaseGreat seller; book exactly as described in mint condition sold at a reasonable price; seller shipped item FAST, FREE and with tracking information, a must nowadays; seller shipped in tight, cardboard mailing envelope, which tightly fit over the book, preventing damage in shipment; good communication too; rate seller 10+++++Cuentos de La Habana Elegante, Brand New, Free shipping in the US (#364594098367)
- c***t (921)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe book I bought was reasonably priced and when it arrived it was in the 'Like New' condition specified in the listing. However, when I saw that the seller had not shipped the book after more than 15 days had passed since my order I felt I must write to say that I had actually placed an order with the seller and inquire when it planned to send the book. The brusque reply was that a tracking number was available, but no number HAD been created until I pointed out that I had placed the order.Catland by Hughes, Kathryn, Like New Used, Free shipping in the US (#356798982438)