A history of art in Chaldæa & Assyria, Vol. 2 (of 2) by Perrot and Chipiez
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"A History of Art in Chaldæa & Assyria, Vol. 2" by Perrot and Chipiez is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume focuses on the architectural and artistic achievements of the ancient civilizations of Chaldæa and Assyria, tracing the evolution of their techniques and design principles. It is illustrated with numerous engravings and color plates, offering a visual exploration of the intricacies of Chaldæan and Assyrian art. The
opening of the book delves into the significance and characteristics of civil and military architecture in Mesopotamia, highlighting the well-preserved ruins of Assyrian palaces that allow for detailed restorations. It discusses the prominence of these structures, particularly their elaborate designs and functional aspects, while contrasting them with the architectural remnants of temples. The text elaborates on historical excavations, providing insight into the architectural layout and the materials used, which shaped the development of these monumental buildings. This scholarly approach establishes a foundation for understanding the cultural and artistic context of the ancient civilizations, presenting a comprehensive overview for those interested in the history of art and architecture in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Perrot, Georges, 1832-1914 |
|---|---|
| Author | Chipiez, Charles, 1835-1901 |
| Translator | Armstrong, Walter, Sir, 1850-1918 |
| Title | A history of art in Chaldæa & Assyria, Vol. 2 (of 2) |
| Alternate Title | A history of art in Chaldaea and Assyria, Vol. 2 (of 2) |
| Original Publication | London: Chapman and Hall, Limited, 1884. |
| Credits | Charlene Taylor, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | N: Fine Arts |
| Subject | Babylonia -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Art -- Iraq -- Babylonia |
| Subject | Art -- Assyria -- History |
| Subject | Assyria -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71842 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-71842-2 |
| Release Date | Oct 9, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 693 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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