Description
Book SynopsisAn introductory guide to the art of ancient Greece and Rome, capturing the passion and inspiration that fired the artists of these civilizations
Trade Review'A crisp, clear and, above all, highly enjoyable guide to Greek and Roman art, from the evolution of sculpture to the detailed techniques of vase-painting and fresco' - Natalie Haynes
Table of ContentsIntroduction • Statues in Stone: The Perils of Progress • Statues in Bronze: Discovering New Possibilities • Decorating Architecture with Sculpture: Reconciling Shapes and Stories • Greek Painting: Creating a Convincing Image • Widening Horizons: Innovation and Renovation in Later Greek Sculpture • Painting Captures the Visible World: Figures in Light and Space • Roman Sculpture: Adoption and Adaptation of the Greek Legacy • Roman Painting: Using the Inheritance for Decoration • Unity and Diversity in the Art of the Roman Empire
