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For over 150 years considered among the finest, most accurate, most useful renderings of authentic costumes from these early civilizations. Carefully copied from ancient vases and statuary, these engravings combine unusual clarity of style with unquestioned authenticity. Over 700 illustrations depict all classes and occupations.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
What I wanted was a book of examples of ancient Greek dress, with dates and illustrations showing construction. So I was initially disappointed to find that this is a republication from 1812, of line drawings made from vases, statues, monuments, etc.
However, it does contain a very wide range of costumes( I never realised how much pattern there was in Greek textiles)as well as hairstyles, footwear, weaponry and musical instruments. As the only reference for Greek and Roman costume it would have serious drawbacks, but in conjunction with other books, more of a treasure than I'd originally thought.
However, it does contain a very wide range of costumes( I never realised how much pattern there was in Greek textiles)as well as hairstyles, footwear, weaponry and musical instruments. As the only reference for Greek and Roman costume it would have serious drawbacks, but in conjunction with other books, more of a treasure than I'd originally thought.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Quality for a low price!
28 Jun 2001
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is one of the best books on the subject. Every costume, theatrical and visual artist will find this book to be an excellent resource of the period. The illustrations are clear, and beautifully rendered.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Excellent resource for teachers of classics and history
18 July 2000
Format:Paperback
The book contains a huge variety of classical drawings which teachers and students can use for fun and enlightenment. Any of the illustrations can be copied on reports, projects, tests or quizzes. They can be enlarged too. You can get a great deal of use from this inexpensive treasure.
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
not bad but could be better
10 Nov 2006
Format:Paperback
The language is a bit weird, like that of the 18th or 19th century European travellers. The information is sufficient but is not as academic as one would expect, if you are looking for a scholarly source.
However, the visual part (pictures, figures) is very extensive and helpful.
However, the visual part (pictures, figures) is very extensive and helpful.
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