The Hermitage: Its History And Collections
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Boris Piotrovsky
Binding: Hardback
Published: Granada Publishing., 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor foxing to page edges.
This authoritative volume chronicles the rich and complex history of one of the world's foremost cultural institutions, the State Hermitage Museum. It meticulously details the evolution of its vast collections, from imperial acquisitions to revolutionary preservation efforts, presenting a panoramic view of art and artifacts spanning millennia. The narrative uncovers the architectural grandeur of its palaces and the curatorial vision that shaped its unparalleled holdings. Readers gain insight into the museum's enduring legacy and its profound impact on global art history, illustrating its journey through centuries of Russian and international events.
Author: Boris Piotrovsky
Binding: Hardback
Published: Granada Publishing., 1982
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor foxing to page edges.
This authoritative volume chronicles the rich and complex history of one of the world's foremost cultural institutions, the State Hermitage Museum. It meticulously details the evolution of its vast collections, from imperial acquisitions to revolutionary preservation efforts, presenting a panoramic view of art and artifacts spanning millennia. The narrative uncovers the architectural grandeur of its palaces and the curatorial vision that shaped its unparalleled holdings. Readers gain insight into the museum's enduring legacy and its profound impact on global art history, illustrating its journey through centuries of Russian and international events.