Explore a curated selection of ancient treasures from Pompeii and Herculaneum.
This edition presents plates drawn from the Real Museo Borbonico, showcasing statues, vases, candelabra, and other relics discovered in the ruins. Edited and introduced to illuminate these remarkable works, it offers a window into the art and objects unearthed by the 18th and 19th centuries excavations.
This volume gathers carefully reproduced plates and brief descriptions that help readers appreciate classical sculpture, engraving, and decorative artistry from a famous Neapolitan collection. It serves as a compact, scholarly snapshot of a broader grand publication about antiquities.
- Reproduced plates of statues, vases, candelabra, and related pieces from Herculaneum and Pompeii
- Concise descriptions and context for each plate
- Material tied to the Royal Borbonico collection, with historical notes
- Accessible for art lovers, students, and general readers curious about ancient artifacts
Ideal for readers of ancient art and Roman antiquities seeking a compact, illustrated overview.