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Gods and Heroes of Classical
Antiquity: Flammarion Iconographic Guides
by I. Aghion, C. Barbillon and F. Lissarrague (New York 1996)
This very thorough guide is an encyclopedia of the classical gods and
goddesses and their influence and appearance in art, both ancient and
modern. As well as the gods, myriads of artists, philosophers and
workshops are mentioned as well. Nearly every page is illustrated
with black and white pictures that span the ages, as well as a few
interspersed full-page color images. Hardcover with dust jacket.
A necessary book for any collector, scholar or art appreciator. BRAND
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American School
Publications: The Athenian Citizen
by The American School of Classical Studies at Athens
A brief survey of some of the most
significant aspects of daily life as a citizen of ancient Athens. Covers
topics including “The Agora: Civic Center of Athens”,
“Citizenship”, “Athenian Currency”, “Department of Justice”
and “Ostracism”. Superb introductory survey. Single copy
available.
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Attic Black-Figure Vase-Painters
by
J.D. Beazley (New York 1978)
This is
the seminal corpus by Beazley cataloguing and categorizing all known
black-figure vases at the time of its original publication in 1956.
Thousands of vases are recorded with key characteristics. Each major
painting group is described and cross-referenced. Multiple indexes
including provenances, mythological subjects, collections, publications,
potters and painters. A seldom seen, must-have reference for
serious Attic vase collectors. Crisp, clean, new Hardcover copy with 851
pages. RARE! Single copy available.
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Some Attic Vases in the
Cyprus Museum
by J.D. Beazley (Oxford U. Committee for Archaeology, 1989)
Revised edition of Beazley’s 1948 volume. Twenty-five Athenian
black-figure, red-figure and white-ground vases in the Cyprus Museum are
catalogued, each with an informative discussion on shape, technique,
style and subject. Soft cover with 46 pages, plus 19 black and
white plates.
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The Sculpture of the
Hellenistic Age
by Margarete Bieber (Columbia University Press 1967)
The comprehensive volume (revised work of 1967) by a renowned
authority on Greek sculpture, tracing the work of the entire Greek and
Graeco-Roman world from the 4th-1st Centuries BC. Hardcover.
Single First Edition copy available. An essential
reference work with 818 illustrations! Compare at $325. Our
price: $150.
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Greek Gems and Finger Rings:
Early Bronze Age to Late Classical
by John Boardman (New York 1972)
A comprehensive study of the significance of engraved gems in
antiquity. As symbols of trade, organized society and respect for
personal property, such gems lose their meaning in modern society, and
so this book shines a light on the matter. The chapters are broken down
chronologically, followed by chapters on materials and techniques and
gem and ring shapes. 458 pages with over 1,000 gems illustrated
mostly in black & white with some additional color photos.
Hardcover. Single copy available.
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Greek Vases in Cape Town
By John Boardman and Maurice Pope
RARE guide published in 1961 to Classical vases in the collection of
the Cape Town Museum, South Africa. Every item photographed in black and
white. A necessary addition to any comprehensive library on Greek vases.
38 pages. Unused. Soft cover.
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The Amasis Painter and His
World: Vase-Painting in Sixth-Century BC Athens
by Dietrich von Bothmer (California 1985) *
Comprehensive catalogue by eminent scholar presenting half of the
preserved work of the Amasis painter in 353 illustrations plus 9 color
plates including precise details for each work. Brief introduction
presents background to the time in which the painter lived and worked.
Also examines the relationship of the Amasis painter to his forerunners
and contemporaries. Hardcover with dust jacket. Near new copy of this
extremely hard to find out-of-print book. Light fading
around the edges of pages.
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Glories of the Past: Ancient
Art from the Shelby White and Leon Levy Collection
by Dietrich von Bothmer (ed.) (Metropolitan Museum of Art 1990)
Catalog of the exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Nearly
200 items photographed in full color. Includes sections of early Aegean,
Near Eastern, Central Asian, Greek, Etruscan and Roman objects.
Antiquities from this important private collection occasionally appear
on the market. Hardcover with dust jacket.
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The Odyssey and Ancient
Art
by Diana Buitron (New York, 1992)
Must-have reference book for anyone collecting ancient art related to
Homer, especially the Odyssey. The book takes an in-depth look at
various representations of events from the story of the Odyssey in art
especially on vases and sculpture. Helps collectors identify scenes on
Attic vases that may be visual allusions to various episodes of the
Odyssey. The main art topics include Odysseus among the Phaiacians,
Polyphemos, The Underworld, The Sirens and more. As well, the author
explores writing and oral poetry and the character of Odysseus. Well
illustrated. Soft cover with 212 pages. An interesting and informative read.
Limited unused copies available. Offered by specialty
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The Italiote Red-Figured Vases
in the Museu Camillo Leone at Vercelli
by Alexander Cambitoglou
(Rome 1997)
Rare title.
Published in Italy with English text. This publication of this
collection aims at drawing attention to a group of vessels in one of a
number of provincial museums in Italy. A brief introduction to the
Museum and the collection is followed by the catalogue containing 35
vases, 29 are Apulian, 6 are Campanian. Illustrated in black and
white with complete descriptions. Hard cover and new.
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Classical Terracotta Figures
by James Chesterman (London 1974)
Written with the beginner in mind, this is a complete introduction to
the world of classical terracotta figures covering the entire period of
their production, from 2000 BC through AD 500, and their main
manufacturing centers. Development is traced from the first
primitive handmade goddesses to the later mold-made figures which were
mass produced. Practical suggestions on cleaning, care and display
of your collection. Fine single copy of this difficult to
find out-of-print title. 100 pages with 100 objects
illustrated in black and white. Hardcover with dust jacket.
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Sculpture
in Stone and Bronze Additions
to the Collection of Greek, Etruscan and Roman Art 1971-1988,
Museum
of
Fine
Arts,
Boston
by
Mary C. Comstock and Cornelius Vermeule
This
catalogue serves as a supplement to the two books previously published
that illustrate the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston collection of Greek,
Etruscan and Roman art in stone and bronze.
The reading is divided into two separate categories, stone and
bronze, respectively. Soft
cover. There are 100 pages
of descriptions of the 132 black and white plates from the extensive
Museum collection.
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Greek, Etruscan and Roman
Bronzes in Boston
by Mary Comstock and Cornelius Vermeule (Museum of Fine Arts
Boston, 1971)
Catalogue representing a complete record of the Museum’s collection
of Greek, Roman and Etruscan bronzes covering the time span of 2100 BC
to 1000 AD. Nearly 600 objects are illustrated and accompanied by a
brief description that places the item in its historical context. This
is a must-have book for all ancient bronze collectors. MORE THAN
500-PAGES!!!
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brand new condition!! These are out-of-print and very difficult to
find. Compare at $150+ from antiquarian booksellers. OUR
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Warfare in Ancient Greece
by Pierre Ducrey (Switzerland 1985/US 1986)
A thorough look into Greek warfare from Achilles to Alexander the
Great with particular emphasis on the Peloponnesian War and the 4th
Century BC. The author examines warfare and all its effects on daily
lives as well as the logistics of supporting a war. 158 black and white
and 32 color drawings illustrate the reality and myth of warfare in
ancient Greece through vase painting, frescoes and mosaics, coins,
sculpture and weapons. Hardcover with dust jacket. Nearly new
condition. Single copy available.
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Greek
and Greek Style Painted and Plain Pottery in the
Royal
Ontario
Museum
Excluding
Black-Figure and Red-Figure Vases
by
John W. Hayes (Toronto 1992)
This
important publication of the Royal Ontario Museum’s collection
includes the painted pottery made in various Greek centers as well as
derivative wares made in Etruria and other Mediterranean regions from
the 10th-1st Centuries BC.
Over 250 vessels plus many fragments, each with full description
and photo. Superb
reference for “Greek-style” pottery.
Soft cover. New. Single
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Bulls: Image and Cult in the Ancient Mediterranean
by the Hellenic Ministry of Culture (Barcelona 2003)
This exhibition catalog highlights the third exhibition in the Mediterraneum
series presented at the Museu d'Història de la Ciutat de Barcelona, the
focus of which is the bull and its symbolism in the ancient
Mediterranean. This volume is compiled of essays taking an in-depth look
into the bull as a symbol, accompanied by 211 objects illustrated
in color. Bilingual. New! Single copy
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Classical
Antiquities at the
University
of
Oklahoma
by A.J. Heisserer
(1986)
Illustrated
catalogue of the classical holdings of the
Stovall
Museum
at the
University
of
Oklahoma
. Includes inscribed
materials from ancient
Mesopotamia
and
Rome
; Greek ceramics through the Hellenistic Age; Etruscan bronzes and
ceramics; Syro-Palestinian and Roman glass; and assorted ancient coins.
Total of 342 items documented and photographed.
Excellent Reference for beginning collectors.
Hardcover. Out
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Greek and Roman Jewellery
by Reynold Higgins (British Museum 1961)
A remarkable survey covering Early Bronze Age through Roman Era
jewelry. This First Edition account of the then recent
discoveries, discusses a large portion of important pieces drawn from
museum collections, particularly that of the British Museum's holdings.
A full account is given of the technology of jewelry making followed by
a chronological study of jewelry. Well established as an
indispensable reference work for museums, dealers, archaeologists and
collectors. 236 pages with 68 plates in color and black
and white, and a number of line drawings. Hardcover with dust
jacket with some wear to the edges and spine. Out of Print.
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The Greek Bronze Age
by Reynold Higgins (British Museum 1970)
The British Museum has one of the richest collections in the world of
Greek Bronze Age objects from which Higgins draws upon to introduce the
reader to the chronology and culture. Surveys the time period in Crete,
Mainland Greece and the Cyclades. 30 pages of text plus 40
illustration in black and white and color. Soft cover. Out of Print. Very
good condition. Super introductory book. Single copy
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Tanagra and the Figurines
by Reynold Higgins (Trefoil Books, London 1980)
This comprehensive book explores the discovery of Tanagra terracotta
statuettes and establishes a stylistic chronology. Higgins also
explores how they were made, how they may have been modeled, and
painted. Higgins was formerly the Keeper of Greek and Roman Antiquities
at the British Museum.
Brilliantly illustrated with 214 black and white photos, plus 8 pages of
color, it provides a rich survey of all aspects of thee captivating and
highly sought-after terracottas. There is also a chapter devoted to
spotting forgeries! A must for collectors of ancient terracottas.
Hardcover, first edition. New, unused condition. RARE.
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Catalogue of Classical Bronze Sculpture in the Walters Art Gallery
by Dorothy Hill, Curator of Ancient Art (Baltimore 1949)
This catalogue illustrates exemplary bronze works from throughout the
ancient world, ranging in subject matter, style and culture. The book
examines large-scale and small-scale works, and further categorizes them
by type. From the gods, to humans and worshippers, animals and
mythological creatures. A wonderful and rare reference guide.
Hardcover. Slight staining to edge of pages. Otherwise in excellent
condition. 158 pages with 55 plates illustrating 285 items in black and
white.
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Collecting
Greek Antiquities
by Herbert Hoffmann
(1971)
Ideal
reference for antiquities collectors of all levels!
Intended to help the beginner develop a feel for quality.
Provides expert advice on a variety of Greek collectibles
including bronzes, marbles and terracottas.
Easy to read and extensively illustrated – over 200 black and
white photographs plus 21 color plates!
Even includes chapters on identifying forgeries and caring for
your antiquities collection. Highly
recommended. RARE!
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clean copy with dust jacket VF+.
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Kunst der Antike: Schätze aus
Norddeutdchem Privatbesitz
by Wilhelm Hornbostel and Mitarbeiter (Hamburg 1977)
A comprehensive look at private antiquities collections found in
Northern Germany. The catalogue covers works of art from ancient Egypt,
Greece and Rome and illustrates various mediums such as pottery,
terracottas, sculptures, bronzes and jewelry. Hardcover with 556
pages illustrating 559 items in black and white, preceded by a few color
plates. Minor wear to binding. Text in German. Fantastic reference
book! Profusely illustrated! Single copy available.
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Sex or Symbol? Erotic Images
of Greece and Rome
by Catherine Johns (Routledge 1984)
Informative book investigating the erotic depictions in ancient
painting, sculpture, jewelry and other arts. The author explores
how many objects used erotic images to ward off evil. She
discusses the objects in the context to the sexual mores of the
time. Profusely illustrated with 125 black and white pictures
and 38 color images. Single hardcover with dust jacket or multiple
soft cover copies. 160
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Ancient Glass in the Yale
University Art Gallery
by Susan B. Matheson (Connecticut 1980)
The sizeable collection of ancient glass of the Mediterranean region
in the Yale University Art Gallery is notable for both its quality and
its breadth, with its greatest strength being in glass from the time of
Augustas, circa 1st Century BC-AD. 363 items of glass are
presented in this catalogue of the collection with black and white
photos and full descriptions. Contains a brief introduction of the
history of the collection and ancient glass-making techniques, followed
by the catalogue. Soft cover with 152 pages. Out of
Print and Hard-to-Find!
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Greek Vases at Yale
Susan B. Matheson & Jerome Pollitt (Yale University Art
Gallery, 1975)
Exhibition of the University’s collection. A superb group ranging
from Mycenaean through Hellenistic, including a wide range of
significant Attic red-figure & black-figure pottery. Seventy-five
vases are photographed in b&w and accompanied by a detailed
description. A brief introduction to the cultural and historic
background as well as the technique of Greek pottery. Soft
cover. Out of print with single copy available.
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Master Bronzes from the
Classical World
by David G. Mitten and Suzannah F. Doeringer (Fogg Art Museum
1967)
An exhibition catalogue of the finest Greek, Roman and Etruscan
bronzes from museums and private collections in North America and
Europe. 316 items are illustrated in black and white with full
descriptions placing the objects into historical perspective and
explaining their functions and parallels. The book covers Archaic
Greece through the late Roman Period with and introductory section on
bronze-working techniques. Packed with 316 illustrations.
Soft cover. Single copy available. One of the best
references around!
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Greek Vase-Painting in
Midwestern Collections
by Warren G. Moon (Chicago 1981)
Catalogue of the exhibition celebrating the centennial of the Art
Institute of Chicago. 127 vases, mostly Attic, from Museum and private
collections are illustrated in b/w with in-depth descriptions of each.
Single copy of this out-of-print and hard to find title. Cover is
slightly scuffed, but book is in fine condition. Softcover with
230 pages. Compare at $125.
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Polykleitos, The Doryphoros
and Tradition
by Warren G. Moon (University of Wisconsin 1995)
This richly illustrated volume of superb essays by art historians,
classical scholars and archaeologists discusses Polykleitos’s life and
influence, his intellectual and cultural milieu and his best known work,
the Doryphoros, or “ Spear bearer”. Extended analysis &
detailed illustration of his surviving sculptures, later copies of his
work, and reflection of his style in other media. Single copy
available. Out of print and hard to find. Hardcover with
dust jacket.
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The
Search for Alexander
by the National
Gallery, Washington, Chicago, Boston and San Francisco (Greek Ministry
of Culture 1980)
Introductory
section on Alexander and his heritage followed by discussion of the
Royal Tombs at Vergina, from which many objects in this exhibition came.
Catalogue focuses specifically on Alexander the Great and the art
his time. 173 items
including jewelry, terracottas, silver vessels and marble sculpture
photographed and described. 200
pages, rich in black and white and color photos.
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The Techniques of
Painted Attic Pottery
by Joseph Noble (London 1988)
Fully updated 1988 edition of Noble’s definitive work on the
methods of the ancient Athenian potters and vase painters. Noble
explains all major shapes and how each was formed by ancient potters. He
then analyses the famous Greek glaze that has baffled scholars, and how
colors and relief lines were created. Appendices explain dating and
localization of Attic pottery; analyze the condition of objects, and
give advice on how to restore/photograph them. 278 images, including 12
color. This is a must-have reference book for all collectors of
ancient Greek pottery. Hardcover with dust jacket. New
condition. Seen on the market for prices of $150++.
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Classical Landscape with
Figures: The Ancient Greek City and its Countryside
by Robin Osborne (Historian and Classical Archaeologist)
Osborne takes an interesting look at the “unseen and unsung”
country life which enabled the monumental achievements that we now
consider when we think of Classical Greece. Although the title indicates
a specialized topic, this book is a broad overview of country life and
its pervading influence on social, military, political and religious
life of the city. The author describers how the land was farmed, the
different forms of settlement and non-agricultural use such as mining
and quarrying. Archaeological evidence combines with a provocative
writing style making this book very interesting reading. 65 black and
white wide-ranging illustrations including extensive extracts from
literary sources as well as photographs and maps. As New.
Hardcover with dust jacket.
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Vase Painting in Italy: Red-Figure
and Related Works in the Museum of Fine Arts Boston
by J. Michael Padgett et al. (MFA 1993)
Comprehensive catalog of S. Italian and Etruscan red-figure, Gnathian
and mold-made vases in the MFA Boston. 180 items photographed with
in-depth descriptions. An introductory section on each topic including
red-figure and plastic vases, Gnathian, Xenon, Teano, Canosan, Etruscan
and more. Superbly produced book. A must-have for vase
collectors. Limited new copies available. Soft
cover with 267 pages, 180 objects illustrated mainly in black &
white.
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Art in the Hellenistic Age
by J.J. Pollitt (Cambridge University 1986)
An analysis of Greek Art during the Hellenistic period as a
reflection of the cultural experiences of the time, and how like modern
art, Hellenistic art served as a litmus test. The author illustrates
this artistic trend through examples in sculpture, painting, mosaics,
architecture and decorative arts from the time of Alexander the Great
through the establishment of Rome. The focus of the book is on the
distinctive characteristics of Hellenistic art as well as its genres and
styles. A highly praised and thorough work. Soft cover with 329
pages, 300 black and white plates, maps and diagrams. Single copy
available.
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In
the Shadow of the Acropolis
by
John J. Herrmann, Jr. (Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 1988)
Extremely
helpful and scarce catalogue for collectors of Greek objects. Many of
the 150+ objects used in this catalog exhibition were taken out of the
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's extensive storage giving the public a view
of objects not usually on display. The exhibition had two venues:
Brockton, MA and the University of Utah Museum. Objects in this
exhibition are a good guide for many of the objects commonly appearing
on the market. 90 pages, many vases, terracottas, coins, and other
objects illustrated in B&W. One copy only! Very minor crease to
cover, otherwise VF+. Scarce.
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Looking
at Greek Vases
by Tom Rasmussen and
Nigel Spivey (ed.) (Cambridge 1993)
Written
by a distinguished team of scholars, this book is intended for the
reader who is curious about the society and history of ancient
Greece
and the role of these ancient vases.
The book is a series of “looks” at vases offering suggestions
on how to read the often complex images they present, and also
explaining how they were made and distributed.
Soft cover with 280 pages, over 100 illustrations.
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The Hearst Hillsborough Vases
by Isabelle K. Raubitschek (Stanford 1969)
Catalogue of the exhibit organized to honor the 90th annual meeting
of the Archaeological Institute of America. Twenty-seven superb Greek
vases (mainly Attic with a few South Italian) were chosen for the
exhibition with the assistance of Dietrich von Bothmer from the estate
of the late William Randolph Hearst. Black and white photos with full
descriptions. Soft cover with 97 pages. Single copy available.
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The Portraits of the Greeks
by G.M.A. Richter (Cornell University 1984)
This is the single-volume edition of Richter's classic three-volume
work published in 1965, abridged and revised by Oxford scholar R.R.
Smith. An introductory overview of Greek portraits, then a personal look
at all the Greeks from the Archaic Age through the Hellenistic Age, for
whom original sculpted portraits can be identified. Over 300
illustrations. New. Hardcover.
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A Catalogue of the Greek Vases
in the Royal Ontario Museum of Archaeology Toronto
by David M. Robinson et al. (Toronto 1930)
This two volume set includes full descriptions and illustrations for
over 600 Greek and Greek-influenced vases from the Museum’s
collection. Each vase is described with attention to decoration, style
and date along with parallels. Some topics include: Cyprus, Minoan Ware,
Helladic Ware, Peucetian and Daunian, Attic, South Italian and more. Hardcover.
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The Attic Pyxis
by Sally Rutherford Roberts (Ares 1978)
The most comprehensive volume written to date on the Attic pyxis.
Roberts traces its development & characteristics from early 5th
Century BC through the end of the 4th Century BC. More than 200 crisp
black and white images from private and public collections. Hardcover.
Out of Print and Rare. Single copy available.
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The Art of Vase-Painting in
Classical Athens
by Martin Robertson (Cambridge University 1996)
This book is an essential guide to anyone interested in the history
of Greek vase painting. Robertson details an era in vase painting that
gave birth to the popular red-figure pottery as well as black-figure and
other techniques. This book complements Robertson’s previous
publications, and is meant to fill in the gaps left behind by the
classical art-historian Sir John Beazley. The technique of vase-painting
is chronicled from its beginnings in the geometric period, through the
mastery of red-figure and into the 4th Century AD. Soft cover with
296 pages, each illustrated with crisp black and white plates.
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Greek Geometric Art
by Bernhard Schweitzer (New York 1971)
Outstanding reference with 239 black & white illustrations of
objects of the Geometric Period from museums throughout the world. Brief
introduction presents the relationship between the Mycenaean and
Geometric periods. An in-depth study is made of Geometric pottery,
bronzes and utensils, small sculpture, architecture, fibulae and gold
bands. Nice clean copy with light soil to edges. 352 pages. Single copy
available. Out of print and difficult to find. Hardcover
with dust jacket. Appears on the market for $200++. One
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Greek and Roman Gold and
Silver Plate
by D.E. Strong (Cornell 1966)
This book traces the development of techniques, tastes and shapes
from the Bronze Age through the early 5th Century AD against their
political, historical and geographic background. The author illustrates
a wide range of ritual and domestic items in gold and silver. Hardcover
with 235 pages and 68 black and white plates. Single copy available.
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Ancient Painting: From the
Earliest of Times to the Period of Christian Art
by Mary Hamilton Swindler (Yale 1929)
An examination of painting in the ancient world throughout various
cultures using various mediums. From wall painting to vase-painting,
focus is brought to the chief problems of painting from period to period
emphasizing both the extreme differences and similarities from culture
to culture. 489 pages plus 640 items illustrated in black and white.
Wear to edges of dust jacket. Rare! Out of Print! Single copy
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Phlyax Vases, Bulletin
Supplement No. 8
by A.D. Trendall (University of London, Institute of Classical
Studies 1959)
A compressed survey of the South Italian Red-Figured vases known to
Trendall at the time of the publication. 77 pages with an annotated list
of the phlyax vases from private and public collections, bibliography
and short introduction as well as 6 black and white plates with several
examples. Soft cover. Out of Print. Slightly faded cover.
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The Red-Figured Vases of
Lucania, Campania and Sicily
Volume I Text & Volume II Indexes and Plates
by A.D. Trendall (Oxford 1967)
The seminal work on Greek vases from the Lucania, Campania and Sicily
regions of Italy. At the time the book was published, this two volume
set aimed to document and classify all the known red-figured vases from
these regions. Some 4,500 vases are included, most attributed to
individual painters or stylistic groups. The catalogue of each painter's
work is preceded by a brief introduction in which the characteristic
features of his style are noted, together with some references to the
available evidence for the date and connections between him and his
contemporaries. Volume I features the text in more than 700 pages. Volume
II includes multiple indexes and more than 250 plates featuring photos
of more than 1,000 vases! An absolute must-have
reference for the collector of Greek vases. This two-volume
set is rarely seen on the market. When it is, it easily commands prices
of $1,000-$1,200! Fine condition. Volume I is complete with dust jacket.
Minor shelf wear, both otherwise a clean, nice, tight copy. One
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The Red-Figured Vases of
Lucania, Campania and Sicily, First Supplement Bulletin Supplement No.
26
by A.D.Trendall (University of London, Institute of Classical
Studies 1970)
Record of a variety of South Italian vases in private and public
collections with 28 plates illustrating 120 vases. Cover slightly
faded.
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The Red-Figured Vases of
Paestum
by A.D. Trendall (British School at Rome 1987)
Arguably the greatest South Italian Pottery scholar of the 20th
Century, Trendall’s mammoth work documents and classifies all known
Greek vases from the Paestum region of South Italy. 700+ pages. A
phenomenal 1,000+ photos provide the most complete visual survey of
South Italian pottery from the Paestum region. As new condition. This
invaluable reference is out of print and becoming increasingly difficult
to find. Hardcover with dust jacket. Becoming
increasingly scarce. Appears on the market at prices of $250++.
One copy only!
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Greek and Roman Sculpture in
America
by Cornelius Vermeule (Getty Museum & UCA Press 1981)
An impressive survey of classical acquisitions from many of America's
less documented museum collections. 450 pages featuring over 325
items of classical sculpture plus 30 color plates. Both
hardcover and soft cover available. Crisp, clean
copy of this very hard to find book.
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Artful Crafts: Ancient Greek
Silverware and Pottery
by Michael Vickers and David Gill (Oxford 1994)
Examines a variety of epigraphic and literary sources in an effort to
restore precious metals to a central position as markers of wealth and
taste in the ancient world. Discussion centers around the proposal that
most Greek images were originally intended to be viewed a gold on silver
or silver on bronze. Hardcover with dust jacket. Single copy
available. 204 pages with black and white photographs throughout the
chapters.
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