Etched beads/蚀花珠

This book, following the periodization of etched beads by pioneering beadwork researcher Mr. Baker, divides them into three types and meticulously outlines the characteristics and typical examples of each type. The book not only delves into the production techniques, decorative styles, and cultural background of etched beads, but also presents the evolution of etched beads across different historical periods by incorporating numerous photographs and archaeological data. Through the analysis of these exquisite beads, the book reveals the important role of etched beads in ancient trade, cultural exchange, and social life, providing a valuable reference for the study of ancient arts and crafts and material culture.

本书通过珠饰研究的先驱贝克先生对蚀花珠的分期, 将其划分为三种类型, 并详细梳理了每种类型的特点和典型器。书中不仅深入探讨了蚀花珠的制作工艺、纹饰风格及其文化背景, 还结合大量实物图片和考古资料, 为读者呈现了蚀花珠在不同历史时期的演变脉络。通过对这些精美珠饰的分析, 本书揭示了蚀花珠在古代贸易、文化交流以及社会生活中的重要地位, 为研究古代工艺美术和物质文化提供了宝贵的参考。