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Title: Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome II. Peintures

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Summary: "Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome II. Peintures" by Tommaso Piroli is a collection of engravings and illustrations that document the rich artistic heritage uncovered in the archaeological sites of Herculaneum. This work was likely published in the early 19th century, capturing the essence of the neoclassical revival in art and scholarship. The book primarily focuses on the presentation and interpretation of ancient paintings, particularly those depicting mythological figures and themes, that were excavated from the sites. The content of the book is arranged thematically, showcasing various Muses and gods from Greek mythology through detailed descriptions of each painting, highlighting their attributes and symbolism. Each piece is accompanied by commentary that explains the historical context and significance of the subjects depicted, such as Apollo, the Muses, and Bacchus. The text emphasizes the visual details, from clothing and accessories to expressions and gestures, providing insights into the customs and arts of ancient civilizations. Ultimately, this book serves both as a visual guide and a scholarly resource for understanding the cultural heritage preserved in the remnants of Herculaneum. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Piroli, Tommaso, 1752-1824

EBook No.: 17232

Published: Dec 5, 2005

Downloads: 127

Language: French

Subject: Herculaneum (Extinct city) -- Antiquities

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome II. Peintures

Credits: Produced by Carlo Traverso, Rénald Lévesque and Distributed
Proofreaders Europe at http://dp.rastko.net. This file was
produced from images generously made available by the
Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica)

Summary: "Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome II. Peintures" by Tommaso Piroli is a collection of engravings and illustrations that document the rich artistic heritage uncovered in the archaeological sites of Herculaneum. This work was likely published in the early 19th century, capturing the essence of the neoclassical revival in art and scholarship. The book primarily focuses on the presentation and interpretation of ancient paintings, particularly those depicting mythological figures and themes, that were excavated from the sites. The content of the book is arranged thematically, showcasing various Muses and gods from Greek mythology through detailed descriptions of each painting, highlighting their attributes and symbolism. Each piece is accompanied by commentary that explains the historical context and significance of the subjects depicted, such as Apollo, the Muses, and Bacchus. The text emphasizes the visual details, from clothing and accessories to expressions and gestures, providing insights into the customs and arts of ancient civilizations. Ultimately, this book serves both as a visual guide and a scholarly resource for understanding the cultural heritage preserved in the remnants of Herculaneum. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Reading Level: Reading ease score: 73.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Author: Piroli, Tommaso, 1752-1824

EBook No.: 17232

Published: Dec 5, 2005

Downloads: 127

Language: French

Subject: Herculaneum (Extinct city) -- Antiquities

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.