Description: Step into a world of ancient artistry and symbolism with this book. The author takes you on a journey through the fascinating world of engraved gems, revealing the secrets they hold about the lives, beliefs, and artistic sensibilities of the ancient Greeks and Romans. You'll discover how these small, precious objects served as seals, ornaments, and even amulets, reflecting the cultural significance they held in ancient societies. The book delves into the techniques of gem engraving, exploring the materials used and the artistry employed by skilled craftsmen. You'll learn to differentiate between the various periods of classical art, from the archaic to the Hellenistic, through the subtle changes in style and subject matter. The author also examines the enduring influence of ancient gems on later art forms, particularly the revival of interest in the Renaissance. The book offers a detailed exploration of individual gem engravers, their techniques, and their most celebrated works. You'll gain an appreciation for the technical virtuosity and aesthetic beauty of these miniature masterpieces, and understand the significance of gems as a window into the artistic and cultural history of the ancient world. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Original Language: English
Country/Region of Manufacture: America
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Intended Audience: Adults
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Number of Pages: 489
Type: textbook
Book Title: Catalogue of Engraved Gems of the Classical Style (Classic Reprint)
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Techniques / Sculpting
Item Height: 1 in
Publication Year: 2016
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Art
Item Weight: 22.9 Oz
Author: Gisela Marie Augusta Richter
Item Length: 9 in
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
