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English text. 361 illustrations, most in colour.
The most important phases of Greek civilization are connected with the sea, through voyages of discovery, naval campaigns and ocean trading. Over the years, and because of its key role as a means of communication, the ship also became a subject for artistic creations.
Th e history and the evolution of the Greek ship from prehistoric times to the present day are presented through the work of known artists and anonymous craftsmen, executed in a variety of different materials. Ships were carved in stone and marble, incised on bronze, painted on clay or wood, depicted in paintings and murals, embroidered on cloth, printed on paper, offered as votives or worn as amulets.
The material included in this book has been selected from museums and collections both in Greece and abroad.

Sailing Through Time: The Ship in Greek Art

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English text. 361 illustrations, most in colour. The most important phases of Greek civilization are connected with the sea, through... Read more

    Publisher: Kapon Editions
    Publication Date: 31/12/1995
    ISBN13: 9789607254153, 978-9607254153
    ISBN10: 9607254155

    Number of Pages: 272

    Non Fiction , History

    Description

    English text. 361 illustrations, most in colour.
    The most important phases of Greek civilization are connected with the sea, through voyages of discovery, naval campaigns and ocean trading. Over the years, and because of its key role as a means of communication, the ship also became a subject for artistic creations.
    Th e history and the evolution of the Greek ship from prehistoric times to the present day are presented through the work of known artists and anonymous craftsmen, executed in a variety of different materials. Ships were carved in stone and marble, incised on bronze, painted on clay or wood, depicted in paintings and murals, embroidered on cloth, printed on paper, offered as votives or worn as amulets.
    The material included in this book has been selected from museums and collections both in Greece and abroad.

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