Spivey, Nigel Jonathan
Etruscan Art (World of Art)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780500203040
- author:
- Spivey, Nigel Jonathan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Thames and Hudson Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 216
- Genre:
- Classical Greek & Roman archaeology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Etruscan world comes alive in this comprehensive survey of Etruscan art, architecture, and culture. Recent discoveries and new scholarship shed new light on this enigmatic civilization, which dominated central Italy until Roman unification. The book illuminates the social, political, and cultural context of Etruscan art, revealing the significance of their unique language, art, and architecture. With thousands of tombs, many of them frescoed and filled with vases, sculpture, jewelry, and metalwork, the Etruscan legacy is a rich and fascinating one. This book brings together the latest research and scholarship to provide a vivid and engaging portrait of Etruscan art and culture. Featuring 186 illustrations, including 37 in color, the book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in this fascinating period of history. Nigel Spivey's expert guidance makes this book an essential resource for anyone looking to explore the Etruscan world.
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