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Presenting a broad range of human artistic expression, the International Encyclopedia of Art set examines the art of cultures across the world, from prehistoric times to the present day. This global coverage features many cultural traditions, from folk and indigenous arts to the fine art of the West. Fully illustrated with many color and black-and-white spreads, the books include not only formal art reproductions, but reproductions of manuscripts, sketchbooks, and other material, offering a fresh, firsthand account of events. Each fascinating volume focuses on a specific geographic area in a flexible, chronological framework. Key artistic developments are highlighted, and art and artists are examined within their wider historical and cultural contexts. This volume portrays the richness and complexity of the ancient world. Coverage includes: -- The artistic achievements of Mycenaean Greece, Minoan Crete, Assyria, Babylonia, Persia, and Carthage -- How religion, politics, and military conquest influenced ancient Greek art -- The Greek origins of Roman art -- Etruscan sculpture, pottery, jewelry, and metal work.

Series: International Encyclopedia of Art

Hardcover: 64 pages

Publisher: Facts on File (October 1996)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0816033315

ISBN-13: 978-0816033317

Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.7 x 0.4 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds

Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Best Sellers Rank: #1,116,279 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #203 in Books > Teens > Art, Music & Photography > Art #308 in Books > Reference > Encyclopedias & Subject Guides > Children's #974 in Books > Reference > Encyclopedias & Subject Guides > Art

The book consists of 26 chapters, of which four are devoted briefly to Egyptian art from the Old, the Middle and the New Kingdoms. The remainder deal with Mesopotamian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Greek, Etruscan, Roman and Islamic art. The book starts in 3000 BC and ends in 1000 AD. The Egyptian chapters deal with the rules of Egyptian art, the belief in life after death, art of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, Akhenaten and Hatshepsut. A glossary explaining terms used throughout the book (from "acropolis" to "ziggurat") is included. Clearly presented and well-written, it is an ideal introduction for children ages 9 to 12.

A great book for a brief overview of this period and these cultures, (it's 64 pages complete). suitable maybe as a secondary source for someone taking their first art history class.

Very basic book. Good for students.

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