Synopses & Reviews
An essential guide to The Walters Art Museum and an invaluable reference for students and scholars, this highly illustrated, full-color work provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Greek art and culture, from the Cycladic to the Hellenistic period. It includes previously unpublished works, an introductory essay on the history of the museum collection, individual catalogue entries and essays ranging from the history of Greek pottery and the art of jewelry making to Roman imitation of Greek sculptural masterpieces.
About the Author
Sabine Albersmeier is Associate Curator of Ancient Art at The Walters Art Museum.
Table of Contents
The Collections of Early Greek Art in the Walters Art Museum * Early Greek Art * Archaic Greek Art * Pottery: An Overview * The Classical Period * Roman Copies * The Hellenistic period * Jewelry *