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Although the famous bronze statues seen by the Roman tourist Pausanias have been melted down, the Agora preserves a number of fine portraits in stone. While a few of these are named, most of the portraits in this booklet represent ordinary men and women; priests, athletes, and officials. Referring to over 40 black and white photos, the author discusses hairstyles, clothing and facial expressions to shed light on the individuals depicted.

Ancient Portraits from the Athenian Agora

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Although the famous bronze statues seen by the Roman tourist Pausanias have been melted down, the Agora preserves a number... Read more

    Publisher: American School of Classical Studies at Athens
    Publication Date: 22/10/2012
    ISBN13: 9780876616055, 978-0876616055
    ISBN10: 876616058

    Number of Pages: 32

    Non Fiction , Art & Photography

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    Although the famous bronze statues seen by the Roman tourist Pausanias have been melted down, the Agora preserves a number of fine portraits in stone. While a few of these are named, most of the portraits in this booklet represent ordinary men and women; priests, athletes, and officials. Referring to over 40 black and white photos, the author discusses hairstyles, clothing and facial expressions to shed light on the individuals depicted.

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