Published by Nationalmuseet / Thaning & Appel 1998., 1998
27 x 21 cm. 346 pp. Richly illustrated. Publisher's illustrated hardcover. A Very Good copy. Bilingual Danish/English edition.
Nationalmuseet, Thaning & Appel, København 1998. 346 sider. Rigt illustreret i sort/hvid og farver. Orig. illustreret kartonbind. Let læseskæv. Lette brugsspor. * Med ca. 250 fotos af Nationalmuseets samling af guldgenstande fra Danmarks oldtid og middelalder.
Published by Denmark 1998, 1998
Seller: ART CONSULTING:SCANDINAVIA, Books on Art, Calabasas, CA, U.S.A.
Always associated with wealth, power, mystery, and worship, gold is the only metal handled with such a high degree of precision and creativity because of its allure and importance. Generations of highly esteemed goldsmiths have worked gold into precious jewelry and other ornamental objects with exquisite craftmanship. With gorgeous illustrations, this book presents the National MuseumÆs outstanding collection of c. 250 gold objects from prehistoric and medieval Denmark, over a span of 3500 years. This unique collection, gathered over a 200 year period, highlights the variety, significance, and impeccable quality of goldwork, while also demonstrating DenmarkÆs significant cultural role in Europe at the time. Includes a map of Denmark with locations where archaeological finds were made. Time table. List of figures: Location, description of piece, date of piece; photo credit and collection. Index of key words., English/ Danish, Year1998, Illust. B/W28, Illust. Color182, ISBN 8741363469, Code 4223. Hardbound, In Pristine Condition, Index. Pages 346, Size 11öx 8 1/2ö.
Nationalmuseet, Thaning & Appel, København 1998. 346 sider. Rigt illustreret i sort/hvid og farver. Orig. illustreret kartonbind. * Med ca. 250 fotos af Nationalmuseets samling af guldgenstande fra Danmarks oldtid og middelalder. ** Text in Danish and English. *** Heavy item - extra shipping charges may apply.