Author: LAWTON, CAROL L.
Title: Marbleworkers In the Athenian Agora
Description: Athens, American School of Classical Studies. 2006, First Thus. (ISBN: 0876616457) Soft cover. Book, The 5th-century B.C. poet Pindar remarked on the rich sculptural decoration of the Athenian Agora, and, indeed, over 3,500 pieces of various types of sculpture have been uncovered during its excavation. This full-color guide sheds new light on the marble industry in and around the Agora, including rich evidence for sculptors' workshops, their tools, and techniques. The text discusses the works of both famous and anonymous artistsDescribes the workshops and sculptural remains found in the excavations of the Athenian Agora. 52p. illus (some col) Bibliography. New Book from Publisher.

Keywords: 0876616457 Greece Ancient Athans Agora Marble Archtitecture Athens - Ancient Agora


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