Greek Vases, Historical And Descriptive

Greek Vases, Historical and Descriptive: With Some Brief Notices of Vases in the Museum of the Louvre, and a Selection from Vases in the British Museum (1897) by Susan Horner is a comprehensive book that delves into the history and artistry of Greek vases. The book provides a detailed description of the different types of Greek vases, including their shapes, sizes, and decorations. It also explores the various techniques used in creating these vases, such as black-figure and red-figure painting. In addition, the book provides a historical context for the creation and use of Greek vases, discussing their role in ancient Greek society and their significance in religious and cultural practices. The author also provides some brief notices of vases in the Museum of the Louvre and a selection from vases in the British Museum, highlighting some of the most important and interesting pieces in these collections.Overall, Greek Vases, Historical and Descriptive is an informative and engaging book that will appeal to anyone interested in the art and history of ancient Greece. With its detailed descriptions, beautiful illustrations, and insightful commentary, it is an essential resource for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.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.