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Plan your visit with a clear, readable map of the Ashmolean .
This guide is written for non‑specialists and helps you make the most of the museum’s extensive collections.
This edition outlines how the Ashmolean organizes its art and artifacts, from ancient to modern times. It explains how the museum came to be and who has shaped its displays, offering context for the galleries you’ll explore on the ground and upper floors.What you’ll experience:
- An overview of major sections like Renaissance Art, Egyptian collections, and Medieval and Modern works
- A sense of the building’s layout, with notes on special rooms and galleries
- Historical introductions that frame the objects you see
- Biographical notes about the curators and contributors who shaped the collection
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a captivating journey through the Ashmolean Museum of Oxford, one of the oldest and most prominent museums in the United Kingdom. Founded with a collection primarily dedicated to the study of natural history and science, this book details how the museum has evolved to showcase a diverse and globally sourced collection, including a renowned section dedicated to the arts. With detailed descriptions of each room, the book brings the museum to life, highlighting its main attractions and the intriguing history behind its eclectic collection. Wander through the Randolph Gallery, home to ancient marbles and casts of classical sculptures, or explore the Egyptian Sculpture Gallery, with its rare and significant monuments from as early as the predynastic era. The book provides a vivid account of the museum's growth, through its acquisition of notable donations and bequests that have shaped its character and reputation, making it a must-read for those interested in the rich artistic and historical tapestry of the museum and the critical role it has played in the study of art, archaeology, and the human story. 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 # 9781330133026_0
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