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Style and Function in Roman Decoration

Living with Objects and Interiors

Ellen Swift

Style and Function in Roman Decoration
Style and Function in Roman Decoration

Style and Function in Roman Decoration

Living with Objects and Interiors

Ellen Swift

Paperback | Engels
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Omschrijving

This important book puts forward a new interpretation of Roman decorative art, focusing on the function of decoration in the social context. It examines the three principal areas of social display and conspicuous consumption in the Roman world: social space, entertainment, and dress, and discusses the significance of the decoration of objects and i

’Swift suggests interesting ways in which the "minor arts" could play active roles in the creation of status and gender in the later Roman empire, paving the way for future work in this area.’ Bryn Mawr Classical Review ’With this volume on Roman decorative habits, Ellen Swift offers an interesting, thoughtful and well-constructed survey of the social experience of design. ... Swift is engaging, thoughtful and persuasive throughout, and her strong writing skills make for a smooth and accessible read. The book is abundantly illustrated, and even though one may always regret the cost-effective reliance on black-and-white photography, Swift has also provided the reader with 18 well-chosen color plates in addition to black-and-whites with clear resolution.’ Journal of Art Historiography

Ellen Swift is Lecturer in Archaeology at the University of Kent, UK

Specificaties

  • Uitgever
    Routledge
  • Verschenen
    jun. 2020
  • Bladzijden
    264
  • Genre
    Kunstgeschiedenis
  • Afmetingen
    246 x 174 mm
  • Gewicht
    453 gram
  • EAN
    9780367888060
  • Paperback
    Paperback
  • Taal
    Engels

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