A Text Book of the History of Sculpture

By Allan Marquand, Arthur L. Frothingham, Arthur Lincoln Frothingham, et al.

Book Overview

A Text Book of the History of Sculpture by Allan Marquand is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of sculpture from ancient times to the modern era. The book is divided into several sections, each covering a specific period in the history of sculpture, such as Ancient Greece, the Renaissance, and the Baroque era. Marquand provides detailed descriptions of the major sculptors, their styles, and the cultural and historical context that influenced their work.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of sculptures from different periods and regions, allowing readers to visualize the evolution of sculptural styles and techniques. Marquand also discusses the materials used in sculpture, such as marble, bronze, and clay, and how they were manipulated to create different effects.In addition to providing a historical overview of sculpture, the book also explores the social and cultural significance of sculpture throughout history. Marquand discusses how sculpture was used to convey religious, political, and social messages, and how it reflected the values and beliefs of different societies.Overall, A Text Book of the History of Sculpture is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of art, sculpture, and culture. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the evolution of sculpture, and offers insights into the social and cultural significance of this art form throughout history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162764759
• ISBN13: 9781162764757
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"