Archaic Greek Gems: Schools And Artists In The Sixth And Early Fifth Centuries Bc
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This authoritative academic work, Archaic Greek Gems: Schools And Artists In The Sixth And Early Fifth Centuries Bc, meticulously chronicles the intricate world of ancient Greek glyptic art. It presents a comprehensive analysis of the distinct artistic schools and individual craftsmen who shaped gem engraving during the Archaic period and early fifth century BC. The text details stylistic developments, iconographic trends, and the technical mastery involved in creating these miniature masterpieces. Boardman’s scholarship uncovers the cultural significance and artistic evolution embedded within these precious artifacts, offering invaluable insights for scholars and enthusiasts of classical antiquity. This volume illustrates the profound artistry and historical context of a pivotal era in Greek art history.
Author: John Boardman
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Thames and Hudson
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
This authoritative academic work, Archaic Greek Gems: Schools And Artists In The Sixth And Early Fifth Centuries Bc, meticulously chronicles the intricate world of ancient Greek glyptic art. It presents a comprehensive analysis of the distinct artistic schools and individual craftsmen who shaped gem engraving during the Archaic period and early fifth century BC. The text details stylistic developments, iconographic trends, and the technical mastery involved in creating these miniature masterpieces. Boardman’s scholarship uncovers the cultural significance and artistic evolution embedded within these precious artifacts, offering invaluable insights for scholars and enthusiasts of classical antiquity. This volume illustrates the profound artistry and historical context of a pivotal era in Greek art history.