80 pp. Illustrated from 40 photographs throughout text, 20 of which are in color, figure drawings and marks; 3 maps. Bibliography, glossary. (4to) 11x8½, blue cloth, lettered in gilt. First Edition.

An important monogaphic study devoted the the delicte "Rice-Grain Pattern" ware. This collection was exhibited in the Museum of American China Trade, and has taken nearly a half century in the making. It is the most comprehesive collection of its kind in America and is a valuable reference also covering the pierced-glaze technique in ceramics, export ware, and kiln sight history. Fascinating case study of the dissemination of techniques in the decorative arts