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Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - LAPIS LAZULI - The Stone Between Heaven, Civilization, Art and Human ImaginationFor more than 6,000 years, Lapis Lazuli has fascinated humanity. Its deep blue adorned the tombs of pharaohs, the palaces of Mesopotamia, the trade routes of the Silk Road, and the masterpieces of the Renaissance. Yet the story of this extraordinary stone is far more than the story of a mineral. It is a story of human civilization itself.This book takes readers on a captivating journey through geology, archaeology, art history, religion, psychology, and cultural history. Discover the legendary mines of Afghanistan, the treasures of ancient Egypt, the secrets of ultramarine blue, and the remarkable connection between a single stone and the great civilizations of the world.LAPIS LAZULI reveals how a rare rock became a symbol of beauty, power, spirituality, and infinity-and why its unique blue continues to inspire and captivate people to this day.A fascinating read for anyone interested in history, art, gemstones, culture, and the extraordinary stories that have shaped our world.…

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