Fraser, James

Luxury and Power: Persia to Greece

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ISBN 13:
9780714111964
author:
Fraser, James
format:
Hardback
publisher:
British Museum Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
240
Dimensions:
24.6 x 18.9 centimetres (1.07 kg
Genre:
History, Ancient, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£26.36

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Luxury and Power: Persia to Greece explores the complex and multifaceted history of luxury in the ancient world. From the imperial Persian court to the democratic Athenian city-state, this publication examines how attitudes towards luxury evolved over time. The ancient origins of luxury's contradictory image emerged at the boundary between the Persian and Greek worlds. While luxury was celebrated in the Persian royal court, it was rejected by Athenian writers as despotic and corrupt. However, the Athenian elite adopted Persian luxuries in imaginative ways to signal status and distinction. This cultural exchange had a lasting impact on the development of luxury in the ancient world. This publication demonstrates how the competing political spins of 2,500 years ago continue to shape modern perceptions of luxury. By examining the complex history of luxury in Persia and Greece, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the enduring power of luxury in shaping human culture and society.

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