Select Passages From Ancient Writers Illustrative Of The History Of Greek Sculpture
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
25.06.2007
Herausgeber
H. Stuart JonesVerlag
Kessinger Publishing, LLCSeitenzahl
274
Maße (L/B/H)
22.9/15.2/1.6 cm
Gewicht
449 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-1-4326-8672-7
""Select Passages From Ancient Writers Illustrative Of The History Of Greek Sculpture"" by H. Stuart Jones is a book that explores the history of Greek sculpture through the eyes of ancient writers. The book is a collection of passages from various ancient texts, including those of Pliny the Elder, Pausanias, and Lucian, that provide insight into the development of Greek sculpture and its impact on ancient society. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of Greek sculpture, such as the materials used, the techniques employed, and the symbolism and meaning behind the sculptures. Each chapter begins with an introduction by the author that provides context and background information for the passages that follow. Throughout the book, readers will encounter descriptions of famous sculptures such as the Parthenon frieze and the Nike of Samothrace, as well as lesser-known works that provide a more complete picture of the breadth and depth of Greek sculpture. The passages are presented in their original language (Greek or Latin) with English translations provided alongside. Overall, ""Select Passages From Ancient Writers Illustrative Of The History Of Greek Sculpture"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art, ancient history, or classical studies. By presenting the perspectives of ancient writers, the book offers a unique and insightful look into the world of Greek sculpture and the role it played in ancient society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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