Color and meaning in the art of Achaemenid Persia /

This book explores the use of polychromy in the art and architecture of ancient Iran. Focusing on Persepolis, he explores the topic within the context of the modern historiography of Achaemenid art and the scientific investigation of a range of works and monuments in Iran and in museums around the w...

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Main Author: Nagel, Alexander, 1971- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Cambridge ; New York : Cambridge University Press, 2023.
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Summary:This book explores the use of polychromy in the art and architecture of ancient Iran. Focusing on Persepolis, he explores the topic within the context of the modern historiography of Achaemenid art and the scientific investigation of a range of works and monuments in Iran and in museums around the world.
Physical Description:xviii, 281 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-278) and index.
ISBN:9781009361293
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9781009361330
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