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Masterpieces of Ancient Jewelry: Exquisite Objects from the Cradle of Civilization,Used
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From the president of the National Jewelry Institute comes the largest collection of the oldest jeweled objects ever assembled. With sparkling photography and history throughout, the book will be supported by a major exhibit of the collection. These gorgeous artifactsthe oldest jeweled armor, weapons, jewelry, household objects, and more, with informative captions and stunning photography on every pageoriginated in Mesopotamia, Persia, Levant, the Byzantine Empire, and the Islamic world, from 4000 B.C.E. through 700 C.E. Artifacts appearing in the book are being lent to the exhibit by almost every major permanent collection of ancient objects in the world: jeweled treasures from the Louvre, the Berlin Museum, the Islamic collection at the Metropolitan, the Princeton Museum, and the Israeli Museum are shown together for the first time. Also included are interviews with major scholars and curators from around the world, speaking on ancient civilizations and the remaining artifacts that reveal their truly stunning cultures.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Masterpieces of Ancient Jewelry'? A: The book showcases the largest collection of ancient jeweled objects, focusing on artifacts from various civilizations, including Mesopotamia, Persia, and the Byzantine Empire.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Judith Price, who is also the president of the National Jewelry Institute.
- Q: When was 'Masterpieces of Ancient Jewelry' published? A: The book was published on September 23, 2008.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages does this book contain? A: The book has a total of 144 pages.
- Q: Is this book a new or used copy? A: This listing is for a new copy of the book.
- Q: What kind of artifacts are featured in the book? A: The book features jeweled armor, weapons, jewelry, and household objects from ancient civilizations, with stunning photography accompanying each artifact.
- Q: Are there any interviews included in the book? A: Yes, the book includes interviews with major scholars and curators discussing ancient civilizations and their artifacts.
- Q: What can I expect in terms of photography quality? A: The book contains sparkling photography that highlights the beauty and detail of each artifact featured.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides historical context and insights that can be valuable for academic study in history and art.