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The China Collector's Pocket Companion, by Bury Palliser, is a comprehensive guide for enthusiasts and collectors of Chinese art and antiques. Originally published in the early 20th century, this book offers invaluable insights into identifying, appreciating, and collecting various forms of Chinese artifacts. Featuring a foreword by T. S. Wentworth, the guide covers a wide range of collectibles, including porcelain, bronzes, jades, and other decorative arts. Palliser provides detailed descriptions, historical context, and practical advice to aid collectors in distinguishing authentic pieces from imitations. This edition preserves the original text and illustrations, making it an essential resource for both seasoned collectors and newcomers to the world of Chinese art. Its enduring appeal lies in its blend of scholarly information and practical guidance, offering a fascinating glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of China.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.