Publisher's Synopsis
Greek and Etruscan Jewelry: A Picture Book is a comprehensive guide to the jewelry of ancient Greece and Etruria, as displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The book is authored by Christine Alexander, an expert in the field of ancient jewelry, and features stunning photographs of the jewelry pieces, along with detailed descriptions of their historical and cultural significance. The book covers a wide range of jewelry types, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and hair ornaments, and explores the materials, techniques, and styles used by the ancient Greeks and Etruscans to create these beautiful and intricate pieces. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of jewelry and the art of ancient Greece and Etruria.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.
