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Greek Designs (Pattern Books) Susan Bird

Greek Designs (Pattern Books) By Susan Bird

Greek Designs (Pattern Books) by Susan Bird

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Summary

Greek art usually brings to mind magnificent statues and gleaming temples. However, the richness and variety of Greek designs, as shown in this book, can provide inspiration for designers, craftsmen, teachers and students in many different branches of the decorative arts.

Greek Designs (Pattern Books) Summary

Greek Designs (Pattern Books) by Susan Bird

A concise introduction outlines the historical background of the designs and touches on many themes. Useful information is provided in notes on the materials, techniques and sources of each design illustrated.

About Susan Bird

Susan Bird began work as a draughtsman on archaeological digs at numerous sites in Greece, Iran, Italy, Cyprus and Belize. She then became the illustrator in the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities at The British Museum - a post she occupied for twenty years. She now works as a freelance illustrator, ceramicist and painter. Dr Susan Woodford teaches Greek and Roman art at the University of London and carries out research for the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities at The British Museum. She is the author of numerous scholarly articles and books for the general reader, including The Parthenon, An Introduction to Greek Art and, most recently, Images of Myths in Classical Antiquity.

Table of Contents

Introduction Notes on the Designs The Designs Further Reading

Additional information

GOR002560191
9780714122397
0714122394
Greek Designs (Pattern Books) by Susan Bird
Susan Bird
Used - Very Good
Paperback
British Museum Press
2003-06-10
128
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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