Cambridge Introduction to the History of Art: The Art of Greece and Rome
Susan Woodford
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Paperback. Susan Woodford illuminates the greatness of classical art and architecture. Series: Cambridge Introduction to the History of Art. Num Pages: 128 pages. BIC Classification: ACG. Dimension: 238 x 168. Weight in Grams: 265. 8vo. Nice copy
Susan Woodford illuminates the greatness of classical art and architecture and conveys a sense of the excitement that fired the creative artists of the time. The Greeks were quick to challenge time-honoured styles and, stimulated by the problems that sometimes emerged from their daring innovations, they invented solutions that have been considered classics ever since. The Romans recognized the Greek achievement and built on it, adding a talent for organization and flair for architectural construction on a huge scale to create an impressive art of their own.
Susan Woodford illuminates the greatness of classical art and architecture and conveys a sense of the excitement that fired the creative artists of the time. The Greeks were quick to challenge time-honoured styles and, stimulated by the problems that sometimes emerged from their daring innovations, they invented solutions that have been considered classics ever since. The Romans recognized the Greek achievement and built on it, adding a talent for organization and flair for architectural construction on a huge scale to create an impressive art of their own.
Product Details
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1982
Series
Cambridge Introduction to the History of Art
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Cambridge, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780521298735
SKU
KEX0292770
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Reviews for Cambridge Introduction to the History of Art: The Art of Greece and Rome
' ... an unusually concise and beautifully written introduction to the subject...Susan Woodford realizes her aim 'to recapture the feeling of the time'.' Journal of Hellenic Studies