Author : Janet Burnett Grossman
Release : 2003
Genre : Art
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 085/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Looking at Greek and Roman Sculpture in Stone by : Janet Burnett Grossman
Download or read book Looking at Greek and Roman Sculpture in Stone written by Janet Burnett Grossman. This book was released on 2003. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is a an anthemion? What is giallo antico marble? Who was Praxiteles? This richly illustrated book -- in the popular Looking At series -- presents definitions and descriptions of these and many other terms relating to Greek and Roman sculpture encountered in museum exhibitions and publications on ancient stone sculpture. This is an indispensable guide to anyone looking for greater understanding of ancient sculpture and heightened enjoyment of the objects. Book jacket.