Syrinx: Pastels of Hellas (1914)

By Mitchell Starrett Buck

Book Overview

Syrinx: Pastels Of Hellas is a book written by Mitchell S. Buck and published in 1914. The book is a collection of pastel drawings and watercolor paintings depicting various scenes and landscapes from Greece. The title of the book, Syrinx, refers to a musical instrument made from reeds that was popular in ancient Greece. The author, Buck, was an American artist who traveled to Greece in the early 20th century to study and capture the beauty of the country through his art. The book contains a total of 24 full-color plates, each accompanied by a short description of the location and historical significance of the scene depicted. The illustrations showcase the stunning natural beauty of Greece, including its mountains, beaches, and ancient ruins. The book is a testament to Buck's skill as an artist and his passion for Greece, making it a valuable piece of art history and an excellent resource for anyone interested in the art and culture of Greece.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: 1163879908
• ISBN13: 9781163879900
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 58 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 9.0" x 6.0"