Ancient Gems and Finger Rings: Catalogue of the Collections of the J.Paul Getty Museum (Hardback)
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all these other countries) Usually dispatched within 48 hours | |Short Description for Ancient Gems and Finger Rings This volume catalogues the J. Paul Getty Museum's comprehensive and important collection of Greek, Roman, Etruscan, and Near Eastern gems. Most of these objects have never before been published, making this catalogue essential for the scholar. The volume is fully and richly illustrated--each entry includes photographs of the gem and its impression as well as a profile drawing. Where pertinent, bib...
Full description- Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum
- Published: 01 December 1993
- Format: Hardback 248 pages
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- Categories: Art History: Ancient & Classical BCE to c 500 CE | Precious Metal & Precious Stones: Artworks & Design | Exhibition Catalogues & Specific Collections | Individual Architects & Architectural Firms | Bibliographies, Catalogues, Discographies | Ancient History: To C 500 CE | Antiques & Collectables: Jewellery | Antiques & Collectables: Gold & Silver (other Than Jewellery) | Rocks, Minerals & Fossils | Museum, Historic Sites, Gallery & Art Guides
- ISBN 13: 9780892362158 ISBN 10: 0892362154
- Sales rank: 1,379,787
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Full description for Ancient Gems and Finger Rings
This volume catalogues the J. Paul Getty Museum's comprehensive and important collection of Greek, Roman, Etruscan, and Near Eastern gems. Most of these objects have never before been published, making this catalogue essential for the scholar. The volume is fully and richly illustrated--each entry includes photographs of the gem and its impression as well as a profile drawing. Where pertinent, bibliographic references and comparative material are cited.
