Essays on the Art of Pheidias

By Charles Waldstein, Charles Waldstein Sir, Sir Charles Waldstein

Book Overview

Essays On The Art Of Pheidias is a book written by Charles Waldstein, a renowned art historian, and archaeologist. The book is a collection of essays that delve into the life and work of Pheidias, a famous Greek sculptor who lived in the 5th century BC. The essays cover a range of topics related to Pheidias' art, including his techniques, style, and influences. Waldstein explores the historical context in which Pheidias worked, examining the political and cultural climate of ancient Greece. He also delves into the symbolism and meaning behind Pheidias' most famous works, such as the Parthenon sculptures and the statue of Zeus at Olympia.Throughout the book, Waldstein draws on his extensive knowledge of ancient Greek art and culture to provide a comprehensive analysis of Pheidias' legacy. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize Pheidias' sculptures and understand his artistic techniques.Essays On The Art Of Pheidias is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Greek art and sculpture, as well as for students and scholars of art history and archaeology.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417952261
• ISBN13: 9781417952267
• Release Date: March 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"