A Handbook of Greek Art (1960, second edition)
Gisela Richter's introductory surveys of ancient Greek art
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Printing Details
Second edition. Hardback in dustwrapper. 25 × 18cm, 421pp.
Gisela Richter's book is considered one of the definitive introductory surveys of ancient Greek art. The book is structured by medium. Separate chapters cover architecture, large sculpture, small bronzes/statuettes, vase painting, gems, coins, jewelry, glass, furniture, and epigraphy. Within each section, Richter traces developments chronologically from the Archaic period through the Hellenistic era. Illustrated throughout.
Condition
The book itself is in good solid condition with just a little spotted foxing to the page edges. The dustwrapper is edgeworn with several closed small tears and some marginal loss to the bottom edge of the rear panel.
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