Rambles of an archæologist among old books and in old places : Being papers on…
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"Rambles of an Archæologist Among Old Books and in Old Places" by Frederick William Fairholt is a collection of art-related essays written in the late 19th century. This work explores the intersections of archaeology, painting, and decorative arts, intertwining historical insights with aesthetic evaluations. Fairholt, being an accomplished archaeologist and author, delves into the historical significance of various artistic forms, making this book appealing to both art enthusiasts and scholars alike. The
opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of the evolution of artistic styles through historical epochs, notably discussing the transition from classical Roman art to medieval expressions and ultimately to the Renaissance. Fairholt introduces the reader to the impacts of ancient artwork on later periods, emphasizing the complexities and adaptations of styles as culture and context evolved. He also hints at the rich anecdotal history surrounding various art forms that will be the focus of subsequent chapters, promising a narrative that combines scholarly discourse with captivating stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Fairholt, F. W. (Frederick William), 1814-1866 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 01003392 |
| Title | Rambles of an archæologist among old books and in old places : Being papers on art, in relation to archæology, painting, art-decoration, and art-manufacture |
| Alternate Title | Rambles of an archaeologist among old books and in old places : Being papers on art, in relation to archaeology, painting, art-decoration, and art-manufacture |
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Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | N: Fine Arts |
| Subject | Art |
| Subject | Decoration and ornament |
| Subject | Rings |
| Subject | Jewelry |
| Subject | Dürer, Albrecht, 1471-1528 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26449 |
| Release Date | Aug 28, 2008 |
| Last Update | May 18, 2026 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 13052 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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