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portada Enduring Bronze: Ancient Art, Modern Views
Type
Physical Book
Year
2014
Language
English
Pages
272
Format
Paperback
ISBN13
9781606063262
Edition No.
1

Enduring Bronze: Ancient Art, Modern Views

.. Mattusch (Author) · Getty Publications · Paperback

Enduring Bronze: Ancient Art, Modern Views - .. Mattusch

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Synopsis "Enduring Bronze: Ancient Art, Modern Views "

This is a revealing consideration of ancient bronzes from their halcyon days in antiquity to their allure today. Ancient bronze statuary provides a sense of immediacy, a window directly back to the classical world. The wistful expression of a young Roman woman, the fixed jaw of a politician, and the tensed muscles of a Greek athlete appear startlingly lifelike, transfixing the viewer with their striking realism. Incredibly durable yet frequently destroyed for their valuable materials, ancient bronzes are comparatively rare discoveries. This book, richly illustrated with works from the J. Paul Getty Museum and other important collections, provides an engaging overview of classical bronzes. The exquisite volume considers bronze throughout its long history, exploring its enormous appeal from antiquity to the present day. The book discusses the many roles bronze objects played in ancient Greece and Rome and analyzes discoveries made at ancient foundries and by contemporary scientists. It also examines references to bronze in mythology, Pliny's histories, and other classical texts, as well as representations on vases and other artworks.

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