History Of Ancient Pottery: Greek, Etruscan and Roman V1

By Samuel Birch

""History of Ancient Pottery: Greek, Etruscan and Roman V1"" is a comprehensive book written by Samuel Birch that delves into the history of pottery in ancient Greece, Etruria, and Rome. The book covers a wide range of topics related to ancient pottery, including its production, decoration, and use in everyday life. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of ancient pottery. The first section covers the early history of pottery in Greece, including the development of different styles and techniques. The second section explores the pottery of Etruria, a region in central Italy that was known for its distinctive pottery styles. The third section of the book is devoted to Roman pottery, which was heavily influenced by both Greek and Etruscan styles. The author provides a detailed analysis of the various types of Roman pottery, including their shapes, decoration, and uses. Throughout the book, the author provides numerous illustrations and photographs to help readers better understand the various types of ancient pottery. He also includes detailed descriptions of the archaeological sites where many of these pottery pieces were discovered. Overall, ""History of Ancient Pottery: Greek, Etruscan and Roman V1"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of pottery or the ancient cultures of Greece, Etruria, and Rome.In Two Volumes.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: 1428615466
• ISBN13: 9781428615465
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"