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Egyptian Art / Agyptische Kunst / L'Art Egyptien: The Complete Plates from Monuments Egyptiens & Histoire de L'Art Egyptien / Sa,Used
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A lifelong devotee of ancient Egyptian and Oriental culture, the French author, artist, and scholar AchilleConstantThodoremile Prisse dAvennes (18071879) is famed as one of the most influential Egyptologists, long before the discipline was even properly established.Prisse first embarked on his explorations in 1836, documenting sites throughout the Nile Valley, often under his Egyptian pseudonym, Edris Effendi. Prisses first publication of notes, drawings, and squeezes (a kind of frottage) came in the form of Les Monuments gyptiens, a modest collection of 51 plates, but one met with considerable acclaim in popular and intellectual circles. Encouraged by his success, Prisse returned to Egypt in the late 1850s to expand his work into the collection LHistoire de lart gyptientogether with his first volume, these two tomes make up a truly complete survey of Egyptian art.His albums cover architecture, drawing, sculpture, painting, and industrial or minor arts, with sections, plans, architectural details, and surface decoration all documented with utmost sensitivity and accuracy. Even when compared to the products of the great statesponsored expeditions to Egypt of this period, Prisses compendium remains the largest, singlehanded illustrated record of Egyptian art in existence.Discover the complete collection of Prisses unsurpassed illustrations in a visual and archaeological feast of symmetry and complexity. Once exclusively available as an XLsized title, this Bibliotheca Universalis edition captures all the mystery and opulence of Prisses groundbreaking collection in an affordable, compact format.About the seriesBibliotheca Universalis Compact cultural companions celebrating the eclectic TASCHEN universe!
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Prisse d'Avennes. Egyptian Art'? A: The book focuses on the extensive documentation of ancient Egyptian art and culture by Achille-Constant-Théodore-Émile Prisse d’Avennes, featuring illustrations of architecture, sculpture, painting, and other forms of art.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Salima Ikram, a respected Egyptologist who provides insights into Prisse d'Avennes' work and contributions to the field of Egyptology.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 598 pages, providing a comprehensive overview of Egyptian art.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and a quality feel for collectors and readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Egyptology? A: Yes, this book is designed to be accessible for both beginners and those with more advanced knowledge of Egyptology, featuring clear illustrations and informative text.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition was published on March 2, 2018, as part of the Bibliotheca Universalis series.
- Q: What is the significance of the Bibliotheca Universalis series? A: The Bibliotheca Universalis series is known for celebrating diverse cultural works, providing compact and affordable editions of influential titles.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book includes numerous illustrations, showcasing Prisse's detailed observations and artistic representations of Egyptian art.
- Q: What is the language of this edition? A: This is a multilingual edition, making it accessible to a wider audience by offering content in multiple languages.
- Q: Can this book be used as a reference for art history students? A: Absolutely, this book serves as a valuable reference for art history students, particularly those focusing on ancient civilizations and Egyptian art.