History of Ancient Pottery: Greek, Etruscan, and Roman. Volume 2 (of 2) by Walters et al.
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| Author | Walters, H. B. (Henry Beauchamp), 1867-1944 |
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| Author | Birch, Samuel, 1813-1885 |
| Title | History of Ancient Pottery: Greek, Etruscan, and Roman. Volume 2 (of 2) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "History of Ancient Pottery: Greek, Etruscan, and Roman. Volume 2 (of 2)" by H. B. Walters is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This volume specializes in the comprehensive examination of ancient pottery, focusing on the intricacies of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman ceramics. It covers various styles, themes, and techniques, making it a pertinent resource for those interested in ancient art and archaeology. The opening of the volume sets the stage for an extensive exploration of the topics presented on Greek vases. It introduces the relationship between vase decoration, mythology, and ancient literature, shedding light on how these artistic expressions not only reflect cultural beliefs but also serve as a significant source of historical knowledge. The content outlines the arrangement of the chapters that delve into various subjects from the Olympian deities to heroic legends and everyday life, establishing a framework for understanding the rich iconography that characterizes ancient pottery. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Mythology, Classical, in art |
| Subject | Pottery, Greek |
| Subject | Pottery, Etruscan |
| Subject | Pottery, Roman |
| Subject | Pottery, Ancient |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48155 |
| Release Date | Feb 7, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 138 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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