Myanmar Style
Art, Architecture and Design of Burma
John Falconer
Elizabeth Moore
Daniel Kahrs
Alfred Birnbaum
Virginia McKeen Di Crocco
Joe Cummings
Luca Invernizzi Tettoni
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This is the first book to capture the amazing diversity of architecture, design and crafts in Myanmar – formerly known as Burma.
Ranging from the monumental Pagodas of Pagan to contemporary Rangoon, religious and secular buildings alike are presented in lavish colour photographs and exceptional detail. There are countless examples of exquisite objets d'art including Buddha images, laquerware, painting, ceramics, woodcarving, bronzes, textiles and costumes, as well as magnificently decorated interiors.
Leading authorities on art, architecture and archaeology highlight major influences, while style sections on Myanmar's rich tradition of arts and crafts provide a wealth of additional information. Chapters on Burmese history and culture emphasize the all-encompassing relationship between eveyday life and the Buddhist religion.
Myanmar Style will appeal to art collectors, lovers of exotic architecture and interior design, travellers and anyone with an interest in this unique country.
With over 500 superb photographs by world-renowned photographer Luca Invernizzi Tettoni, and a wide-ranging and informative text, this visually stunning book reveals the splendour of a secretive, forgotten land.
See the list of contents
Also of interest:
Shwedagon: Golden Pagoda of Myanmar
Early Landscapes of Myanmar
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|  |  | | | | ISBN 0500018901 | | ISBN-13 978-0500018903 | | | | 28.0 x 25.5 cm | | Hardback | | 224pp | | 500 illustrations, 500 in colour | | First published 1998 | | | | £29.95 | | | |  | | | | 
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