Greek Vases (British Museum Paperbacks) [Paperback]

Dyfri Williams (Author)

Book Description

Series: British Museum Paperbacks | Publication Date: December 1985

Originally published in 1985, an introduction to Greek vases based on the British Museum's famous collection. Williams traces the development of Greek painted pottery from around 6000 BC through to its eventual decline in the second century BC. The social and political changes which occurred are reflected in the figured scenes.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 72 pages
• Publisher: Harvard University Press (December 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0674363159
• ISBN-13: 978-0674363151
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.4 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,933,294 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Survey of history and technique, July 24, 1998

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This review is from: Greek Vases (British Museum Paperbacks) (Paperback)

"Greek Vases" by Dyfri Williams of the British Museum is a 72-page survey of Greek Vases. It includes 86 beautiful prints (36 in color) and reviews the history of Greek vase design and painting from its origins through the second century b.c. The text focuses on the progression of styles over time and in different regions including vases made in southern Italy and elsewhere by Greeks or in the Greek tradition. This is a very nice stepping stone from the basic art history book such as Janson's and a good primer to read before heading to the museum. It would have been nice if there were more cross-references between plates to show the connections between styles and a bit more about events in Greek history to help explain the major turning points. Additionally, a book like this would benefit tremendously with a short guide to Greek iconography for the novice. Nevertheless, if you are interested in Greek vases, this brief survey is a worthwhile and enjoyable! introduction.