Download or read book Tutankhamun and Carter written by Rogerio Sousa and published by Oxbow Books. This book was released on 2024-08-15 with total page 201 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: First scholarly, multi-disciplinary re-assessment of Howard Carter’s discovery and excavation of Tutenkhamun’s tomb and the impact of the find on our understanding of the material culture of Ancient Egypt. The discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun in 1922 stands out as one of the most important finds of modern archaeology, revealing an enormous wealth of objects encapsulating techniques, vestiges of uses and re-uses of materials, as well as unrivalled clues regarding the complex set of beliefs associated with the pharaonic funerary material culture. Once cleared from the tomb, these objects have captivated the world with their irresistible charm and beauty ending up playing a role in contemporary popular culture. However, it seems that such magnetism rather hindered than facilitated the scholarly study of the find. One hundred years after the discovery of this magnificent tomb, most of its objects remain insufficiently studied to this day. This volume aims to show how it remains challenging to study Tutankhamun’s objects, gathering a collection of studies authored by leading scholars on conservation, materials, funerary beliefs as well as the reception of motifs and the impact of the discovery. Through these studies it becomes clear how ancient objects can help us reconstruct the complex fabric of the ancient Egyptian society and how they keep interacting with modern audiences.
Download or read book Treasures from India Jewels from the Al Thani Collection written by Navina Najat Haidar and published by Metropolitan Museum of Art. This book was released on 2014-10-27 with total page 146 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: India's rich heritage of jeweled artistry is expressed in extravagant and opulent creations that range from ornaments for every part of the body to ceremonial court objects such as boxes, daggers, and thrones. Treasures from India presents more than sixty iconic works from the renowned Al-Thani collection, including pieces created for the imperial Mughals in the seventeenth century, others made for the nizams of Hyderabad and the maharajas of the Rajput courts from the eighteenth to the twentieth century, Indian-inspired jewelry fashioned by Cartier and other Western firms, and contemporary designs. The lucid text discusses the significance of these objects within the history of Indian jeweled arts, demonstrating how they stand among the highest expressions of Indian culture.
Download or read book The Antiquary written by Anonymous and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-02-24 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reprint of the original, first published in 1871. The publishing house Anatiposi publishes historical books as reprints. Due to their age, these books may have missing pages or inferior quality. Our aim is to preserve these books and make them available to the public so that they do not get lost.
Download or read book Mastai s Classified Directory of American Art Antique Dealers written by Bolesław Mastai and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Mastai s Classified Directory of American Art and Antique Dealers written by Boleshaw Mastai and published by . This book was released on 1950 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Love for the Baron written by John Creasey and published by House of Stratus. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retired jewel thief John Mannering (aka ‘The Baron’) is asked to value a collection of jewellery and objets d’art. A mysterious woman is also following him around London. Then there is an attempted robbery at his shop in Mayfair, when his wife is tied up. There is plenty of danger, excitement and adventure in this last novel in the ‘Baron’ series.
Download or read book Craft Inc written by Meg Ilasco and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2010-07-01 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Craft, Inc. is the hipster business primer for entrepreneurial crafters to turn what they do for fun into what they do for money. Pro crafter Meg Mateo Ilasco offers a step-by-step guide to everything from developing products and naming the company to writing a business plan, applying for licenses, and paying taxes. Chapters on sales, marketing, trade shows, and publicity round out the mix. Plus, in-depth interviews with such craft luminaries as Jonathan Adler, Lotta Jansdotter, Denyse Schmidt, and Jill Bliss provide inspiration and practical advice. Accessible, informative, and more than a little spunky, Craft, Inc. paves the way for today's creative minds to become tomorrow's trendsetters.
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Download or read book DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Rome written by DK and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2015-10-06 with total page 442 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Rome is your in-depth guide to the very best of Rome, the most fascinating city in Italy. Experience the classical Rome and step inside the iconic Colosseum; experience the religious Rome and visit the Vatican City, a country all its own; experience the delicious Rome and stroll the city's beautiful piazzas with a gelato in hand. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Rome: + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights and restaurants. + Detailed city maps include street finder index for easy navigation. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Suggested day-trips and itineraries to explore beyond the city. + Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Rome truly shows you this city as no one else can.
Download or read book San Francisco Style written by Diane Dorrans Saeks and published by Chronicle Books. This book was released on 2004-09-09 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Style expert Diane Dorrans Saeks has an eye for design and she's setting her sights on the City by the Bay. This lavishly photographed book opens the doors to exquisite Bay Area dwellings, inviting readers of all tastes into just-so apartments, grand houses, light-drenched lofts, and cozy bungalows. Enter the graceful abode of San Francisco luminary Ann Getty, whose unique vision is reflected in a multitude of textures unrestricted by style or period. Visit designer Steven Volpe's South of Market loft, converted from a 1916 printing factory. A tour of Dr. Paul Turek's hillside home pays homage to classic contemporary Italian design (and the art of crafting the perfect surfboard). With more than 200 inspiring color photographs, this collection captures the scope of homes and lifestyles that make the northern California region unique. And with Diane Dorrans Saeks's list of where to shop, view art, and truly get an inside look at the city notorious for stealing hearts, this is the perfect guide for interior designers, accomplished home stylists, and anyone looking to create San Francisco style.
Download or read book King Maker Baron written by John Creasey and published by House of Stratus. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 175 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: John Mannering (aka ‘The Baron’), now retired as the country’s top jewel thief, receives a visitor. It is Prince Taria, son of the ruler of a small island off the coast of Malaysia. He is searching for his dynastic treasures and is also determined to give his island a true democracy, but his life is now threatened by the enemies of his people.
Download or read book A Grand Complication written by Stacy Perman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2013-02-19 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The race between two ambitious, complicated men in the early 1900s to create the most extravagant, complicated timepiece ever"--
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