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Circumlitio: The Polychromy of Antique and Medieval Sculpture,Used
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Scholars around the world are researching the degree to which colour was employed in classical and medieval sculpture. Their numerous activities and projects were most recently presented and debated at an international colloquium held in the Liebieghaus Skulpturensammlung in Frankfurt. The current contributions of 20 internationally known scholars are brought together in this richly illustrated book in English.Among specialists, the educated laypersons ideal of an antiquity in shining white marble has long since been dismissed as an historical error. The classical and medieval reality of coloured sculpture is now regarded as an incontrovertible fact. As long ago as the early 19th century, statues with remains of their original paint were not only discovered in Greece, but news of them was published. In the 20th century, these discoveries were at first neglected. However the work done by a team under the archeologist Vinzenz Brinkmann, resulting in an exhibition shown worldwide since 2003 entitledGods in Colour, has put new life into this research and literally changed the way we see Antiquity. The extent of this revolution is graphically captured by the present volume with articles ranging from the controversial history of this research to the current state of the art of reconstructing historical painting techniques and the latest scientific methods of analyzing material residues. It culminates in the changes in the perception and significance of sculpture brought about by colour.With illustrations and commentary on numerous examples of ancient and medieval works, this volume unfolds a rich panorama of polychrome statuary on the basis of the latest research results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Circumlitio: The Polychromy of Antique and Medieval Sculpture'? A: The book explores the use of color in classical and medieval sculpture, discussing how this aspect has been historically overlooked and presenting new research findings from leading scholars.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is edited by Vinzenz Brinkmann, who is a prominent archaeologist known for his work on the polychromy of ancient sculptures.
- Q: When was 'Circumlitio' published? A: The book was published on June 9, 2010.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book consists of 300 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for general readers or only for specialists? A: While the book includes contributions from specialists, it is also designed to be accessible to educated laypersons interested in the history of sculpture.
- Q: What kind of illustrations can I expect in the book? A: The book contains numerous illustrations that complement the text, showcasing examples of ancient and medieval polychrome sculptures.
- Q: What significant exhibition is associated with the research presented in this book? A: The research is linked to the exhibition 'Gods in Colour', which has been showcased worldwide since 2003.
- Q: What insights does the book provide about the perception of ancient sculptures? A: The book discusses how the understanding of ancient sculptures has evolved, particularly regarding their original colors and the impact of this knowledge on contemporary views of antiquity.
- Q: Are there any scientific methods discussed in the book? A: Yes, the book includes discussions on the latest scientific methods used for analyzing material residues to better understand historical painting techniques.