Mattusch
Enduring Bronze /Anglais
- ISBN 13:
- 9781606063262
- author:
- Mattusch
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Getty Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 16.5 x 1.5 x 21.6 cm
- Genre:
- History, Ancient History & Civilisation, Greece
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Ancient bronze statuary provides a direct connection to the classical world. The lifelike expressions and poses of these statues can be strikingly realistic, drawing the viewer in with their enduring presence. This book offers an engaging overview of classical bronzes, exploring their appeal from antiquity to the present day. Richly illustrated with works from the J. Paul Getty Museum and other important collections, Enduring Bronze considers bronze throughout its long history. The book examines the roles that bronze objects played in ancient Greece and Rome, as well as discoveries made at ancient foundries and by contemporary scientists. It also explores references to bronze in mythology, Pliny's histories, and other classical texts. The book provides a comprehensive look at the significance of bronze in classical art, shedding light on its enduring appeal and importance in understanding the classical world.
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