Contributions

  • Metropolitan Museum of Art (New York, N.Y.) - Contributor

Publication

2014 - , New York (State)

Language

English

Word Count

105,250 words, Guess

Page Count

421 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-101588395383
  • ISBN-100300208081
  • ISBN-139781588395382
  • ISBN-139780300208085
  • OCLC Control Number881612507
and 3 more
  • Better World Books9780300208085
  • Better World Books9781588395382
  • Open LibraryOL27172483M

Classifications

  • DDC930.1
  • LCCN5335.N4 M487 2014
  • LCCN5315
and 1 more
  • LCCN5335.N4M486 2014

Description

"This comprehensive book explores the spectacular art of the first millennium B.C. from the Near East to Western Europe. This was the world of Odysseus, in which trade proliferated with Phoenician merchants; of King Midas, whose tomb was adorned with treasures; and of the Bible, whose stories are illuminated by recent artistic and archaeological discoveries. It was also a time of rich cultural exchange across the Mediterranean and Near East as diverse populations interacted through trade, travel and migration. This book showcases masterpieces that reflect the cultural encounters of this era. Stunning details convey the significance of more than 300 objects drawn from collections around the globe. These objects include carved reliefs from the majestic palaces of ancient Assyria, Phoenician fine bronze metalwork and carved ivories, Egyptian statues, and luxurious jewelry. Texts by over 80 international scholars provide a compelling picture of this fascinating period, one that is essential to understanding the origins of Western culture and art"--

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