Athenian Red Figure Vases: The Archaic Period
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Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A cornerstone of classical art scholarship, Athenian Red Figure Vases: The Archaic Period presents a comprehensive survey of one of the ancient world's most celebrated art forms. John Boardman, one of the foremost authorities on Greek art, chronicles the development of Athenian red-figure pottery from its origins in the late sixth century BC through the height of the Archaic period, detailing the techniques, iconography, and master painters responsible for this revolutionary style. With scholarly precision and authoritative clarity, the work illustrates how these vases served not merely as functional objects but as vital records of Greek mythology, daily life, and cultural identity. Supported by 528 illustrations, the text identifies individual artists and workshops, tracing stylistic evolution with meticulous care. Part of the acclaimed World of Art Library series, this volume remains an indispensable reference for students, collectors, and scholars of classical antiquity alike.
Author: John Boardman
Format: Paperback
Published: 1975, Thames and Hudson
Genre: History of arts
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A cornerstone of classical art scholarship, Athenian Red Figure Vases: The Archaic Period presents a comprehensive survey of one of the ancient world's most celebrated art forms. John Boardman, one of the foremost authorities on Greek art, chronicles the development of Athenian red-figure pottery from its origins in the late sixth century BC through the height of the Archaic period, detailing the techniques, iconography, and master painters responsible for this revolutionary style. With scholarly precision and authoritative clarity, the work illustrates how these vases served not merely as functional objects but as vital records of Greek mythology, daily life, and cultural identity. Supported by 528 illustrations, the text identifies individual artists and workshops, tracing stylistic evolution with meticulous care. Part of the acclaimed World of Art Library series, this volume remains an indispensable reference for students, collectors, and scholars of classical antiquity alike.