Bøger af William Sandys Wright Vaux

This is an indispensable guide to the antiquities in the British Museum, one of the world's greatest repositories of ancient art and artifacts. It provides detailed descriptions and histories of the Museum's most important holdings, from the art of ancient Greece and Rome to the material culture of Mesopotamia and Egypt. With its meticulous scholarship and insightful commentary, it is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of art and archaeology.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The book ""Handbook To The Antiquities In The British Museum: Being A Description Of The Remains Of Greek, Assyrian, Egyptian, And Etruscan Art Preserved There"" was written by William Sandys Wright Vaux and published in 1851. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various antiquities housed in the British Museum, specifically those from the ancient civilizations of Greece, Assyria, Egypt, and Etruria.The book is divided into sections based on the different cultures and civilizations represented in the museum's collection. Each section provides a detailed description of the various artifacts, including sculptures, pottery, and other decorative objects. The descriptions are accompanied by illustrations and diagrams, which help to provide a visual representation of the objects discussed.In addition to the descriptions of the artifacts, the book also provides historical and cultural context for each civilization. Vaux discusses the social and political structures of each society, as well as their religious beliefs and artistic styles. This information helps to provide a deeper understanding of the objects and their significance within their respective cultures.Overall, ""Handbook To The Antiquities In The British Museum"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the ancient civilizations of Greece, Assyria, Egypt, and Etruria. Its comprehensive descriptions, detailed illustrations, and historical context make it an essential guide for scholars, students, and enthusiasts alike.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.

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