Greek And Etruscan Jewelry, A Picture Book: The Metropolitan Museum Of Art (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163193693)

Greek and Etruscan Jewelry: A Picture Book is a comprehensive guide to the stunning jewelry of ancient Greece and Etruria. Written by Christine Alexander, a curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this book features over 200 full-color photographs of exquisite pieces from the museum's collection. The jewelry is organized thematically, with chapters devoted to topics such as gold, silver, and bronze jewelry, as well as necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and rings. The book also includes information on the history and culture of ancient Greece and Etruria, as well as the techniques used to create these beautiful pieces. Whether you are a jewelry lover, a history buff, or simply appreciate the artistry of ancient civilizations, Greek and Etruscan Jewelry: A Picture Book is a stunning and informative resource.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Christine Alexander
ISBN-10: 1163193690
ISBN-13: 9781163193693
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.17lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.10d