The Elder Pliny's Chapters On The History Of Art is a book that explores the history of art through the eyes of Pliny the Elder, a Roman historian and naturalist who lived in the first century AD. The book is a collection of Pliny's writings on art, which were originally published in his famous work, Naturalis Historia.In this book, Pliny provides a comprehensive overview of the art of his time, including painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts. He discusses the works of famous artists and architects, such as ...
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The Elder Pliny's Chapters On The History Of Art is a book that explores the history of art through the eyes of Pliny the Elder, a Roman historian and naturalist who lived in the first century AD. The book is a collection of Pliny's writings on art, which were originally published in his famous work, Naturalis Historia.In this book, Pliny provides a comprehensive overview of the art of his time, including painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts. He discusses the works of famous artists and architects, such as Phidias, Praxiteles, and Apelles, and provides detailed descriptions of their masterpieces. Pliny also offers insights into the techniques and materials used by artists and the role of art in Roman society.The book is divided into 37 chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of art history. Some of the topics covered include the origins of art, the development of painting and sculpture, the art of portraiture, and the use of color in art. Pliny's writing is informative and engaging, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient art.Overall, The Elder Pliny's Chapters On The History Of Art is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art, particularly those interested in ancient Roman art and culture. Pliny's insights and observations provide a valuable perspective on the art of his time and offer a glimpse into the artistic traditions that have influenced western art for centuries.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.
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