Greek Art: Its Development, Character And Influence
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Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: good, worn/faded. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A landmark work in classical art history, Greek Art: Its Development, Character and Influence presents a comprehensive survey of artistic production in ancient Greece, tracing its evolution from the geometric period through the Hellenistic age. R. M. Cook, one of the foremost authorities on Greek pottery and ancient art, argues that Greek art was not merely decorative but a reflection of the civilization's philosophical, religious, and cultural values. The work details the development of major art forms — including sculpture, vase painting, and architecture — while illustrating how Greek aesthetic principles permeated the wider ancient world and laid the foundations for Western artistic traditions. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible clarity, this authoritative volume remains an essential reference for students, academics, and enthusiasts of the ancient world.
Author: R. M. Cook
Format: Hardback
Published: 1973, Farrar, Straus, Giroux
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: good, worn/faded. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A landmark work in classical art history, Greek Art: Its Development, Character and Influence presents a comprehensive survey of artistic production in ancient Greece, tracing its evolution from the geometric period through the Hellenistic age. R. M. Cook, one of the foremost authorities on Greek pottery and ancient art, argues that Greek art was not merely decorative but a reflection of the civilization's philosophical, religious, and cultural values. The work details the development of major art forms — including sculpture, vase painting, and architecture — while illustrating how Greek aesthetic principles permeated the wider ancient world and laid the foundations for Western artistic traditions. Written with scholarly precision yet accessible clarity, this authoritative volume remains an essential reference for students, academics, and enthusiasts of the ancient world.