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Lions, Dragons, & Other Beasts: Aquamanilia Of The Middle Ages: Vessels For Church And Table-used
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This Fascinating Book Explores The History, Techniques, And Cultural Significance Of Medieval Aquamanilia, Cast Metal Objects Used To Pour Water For Hand Washing In Religious And Secular Contexts. Usually Created In Appealing Animal Or Human Forms, Aquamanilia Feature Two Openings, One For Filling And The Other For Pouring. They Represent The First Emergence Of Hollowcast Vessels In Western Europe And A Significant Development In The History Of Technology. The Book Presents And Catalogues The Entire Aquamanilia Collection Of The Metropolitan Museum Of Art For The First Time, As Well As Selected Examples From Other Collections And Other Related Medieval Objects.Published In Association With The Bard Graduate Center For Studies In The Decorative Arts, Design, And Cultureexhibition Schedule:The Bard Graduate Center For Studies In The Decorative Arts, Design, And Culture, Julyoctober, 2006
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Lions, Dragons, & other Beasts'? A: The book explores the history, techniques, and cultural significance of medieval aquamanilia, which are cast metal objects used for pouring water in both religious and secular contexts.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Lions, Dragons, & other Beasts'? A: The author of the book is Peter Barnet.
- Q: When was 'Lions, Dragons, & other Beasts' published? A: The book was published on August 7, 2006.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Lions, Dragons, & other Beasts'? A: The book contains 205 pages.
- Q: What is the item condition of 'Lions, Dragons, & other Beasts'? A: The item condition is new.
- Q: Does the book include a catalog of aquamanilia collections? A: Yes, the book presents and catalogs the entire aquamanilia collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art for the first time.
- Q: What are aquamanilia, as described in the book? A: Aquamanilia are cast metal vessels typically shaped like animals or humans, designed with two openings for filling and pouring water.
- Q: Is there an exhibition schedule related to the book? A: Yes, the book is published in association with an exhibition at the Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts, Design, and Culture from July to October 2006.
- Q: What category does 'Lions, Dragons, & other Beasts' fall under? A: The book is categorized under Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions.