First edition. Scarce. An illustrated catalogue of art pieces collected by the American entrepreneur and philanthropist Worcester Reed Warner, mostly consisting of items presented to the Cleveland Museum of Art. The book includes pieces mostly of Chinese origin, with some Korean bronzes and various other antiques from East Asia. A large section is dedicated to Chinese jades. 54 illustrations, 16 of which are tipped-in colour plates.
In very good condition with one or two light scuffs to the boards, knocked corners, interior generally very clean and bright. Quarter-bound in black cloth with black paper boards, gilt detailing and central motif, raised leather spine label with titles. Top edge gilt, others untrimmed. Large item, 36 x 27 cm. Pp. [xvi], 17-135, [5].
