Archaeological Ambassadors: A History of Archaeological Gifts in New York City

by Elizabeth R. Macaulay

This book investigates why nations with rich archaeological pasts like Egypt, Greece, and Jordan gave important antiquities--often unique, rare, and highly valued monuments--to New York City, New York Institutions, and the United States from 1879 to 1965. In addition to analyzing the givers' motivations, the author examines why New Yorkers and Americans coveted such objects. The book argues that these gifted antiquities function as archaeological...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 3031513908
• ISBN13: 9783031513909
• Release Date: March 2024
• Publisher: Palgrave MacMillan
• Length: 267 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.8" x 8.3"