The Sculpture Of The West: A Lecture (1921)

By Arthur Kingsley Porter

Book Overview

""The Sculpture of the West: A Lecture"" is a book written by Arthur Kingsley Porter in 1921. This book is a comprehensive overview of the history and development of sculpture in the western world. Porter explores the evolution of sculpture from ancient Greece and Rome to the Renaissance and beyond, discussing the major artists and movements that shaped the art form throughout history. He also examines the influence of religion, politics, and culture on the development of sculpture. The book is written in a lecture format, making it an accessible and engaging read for both scholars and casual readers interested in art history. Overall, ""The Sculpture of the West"" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of the history of sculpture in the western world.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: 1167157982
• ISBN13: 9781167157981
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"