Excerpt from Museum Odescalchum, Sive Thesaurus Antiquarum Gemmarum Cum Imaginibus in Iisdem Insculptus, Et Iisdem Exsculptis, Vol. 2: Quæ a Serenissima Christina Suecorum Regina Collectæ in Museo Odescalcho Adservantur, Et a Petro Sancte Bartolo Quondam Incisæ, Nunc Primum in Lucem Proferuntur
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book examines over 2000 ancient Greek and Roman gems from the Vatican's exquisite Odescalchi Collection. Containing insightful scholarly commentary, this book provides an invaluable resource for students and researchers of ancient art history, as well as enthusiasts of gemology and archaeology. The gems presented within are thoroughly detailed alongside a wealth of iconographic analysis, facilitating a greater understanding of their symbolism and the cultural context in which they were created. The author navigates the historical backdrop of each piece, situating them within wider artistic practices and exploring their thematic depth. With nearly 400 color illustrations encompassing the intricate designs and iconography of these magnificent works, this book reveals a fascinating chapter of human creativity, craftsmanship, and storytelling through the lens of ancient gems. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243907656_0
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