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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a comprehensive journey through ancient Greek and Roman sculpture, tracing the history of these art forms from their origins in primitive idolatry to their height in the Classical period. The author, an esteemed archaeologist, provides a detailed analysis of extant works, offering insights into the techniques, influences, and cultural significance of these artistic masterpieces. The book delves into the religious, social, and political contexts that shaped Greek and Roman sculpture, exploring how these factors influenced the development of artistic styles and iconography. It examines the role of sculptors in ancient society, their training, and the materials they used. By comparing Greek and Roman approaches to sculpture, the author highlights the unique contributions of each culture to the Western artistic tradition. Through its exploration of iconic works like the Apollo Belvedere, Venus de Milo, and Laocoà n and His Sons, this book illuminates the technical brilliance and expressive power of ancient sculpture. It showcases the enduring legacy of these works, which continue to inspire and captivate audiences today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333032463_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333032463
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333032463
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Vendeur : moluna, Greven, Allemagne
Etat : New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from Greek and Roman Sculpture: A Popular Introduction to the History of Greek and Roman SculptureThe work is mainly based, as all such works must be, on the researches and criticisms of German archaeologists. But . N° de réf. du vendeur 2148014172
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