Essays On The Art Of Pheidias

By Charles Waldstein, Charles Waldstein Sir, Sir Charles Waldstein

Book Overview

Essays On The Art Of Pheidias by Waldstein, Charles is a book that delves into the art of the ancient Greek sculptor, Pheidias. The book is a collection of essays that explore different aspects of Pheidias' work, including his sculptures of gods and heroes, his techniques and materials, and his influence on later artists. The author, Charles Waldstein, was a renowned art historian and archaeologist who specialized in ancient Greek art. He brings his expertise to bear on the subject, providing insightful analysis and interpretation of Pheidias' work. The book is written in a scholarly style, but is accessible to anyone with an interest in art history or ancient Greece. It includes numerous illustrations of Pheidias' sculptures, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers understand the context in which they were created. Overall, Essays On The Art Of Pheidias is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of ancient Greece, and a fascinating glimpse into the work of one of its greatest artists.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: 1162767588
• ISBN13: 9781162767581
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 480 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"