Lewis Collection of Gems and Rings in the Possession of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge

Lewis Collection of Gems and Rings in the Possession of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge

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Middleton J. Henry
Cambridge University Press
EAN: 9781108016100
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Containing an introductory essay on ancient gems, J. H. Middleton's work of 1892 catalogues the extensive and fascinating collection of engraved gems at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. Middleton, who was a Professor of Fine Art and Director of the Fitzwilliam Museum, describes how the collection was acquired by the Reverend S. S. Lewis on his frequent visits to Italy, Greece and more distant Oriental countries. The catalogue demonstrates that the gems are more remarkable for their interesting subjects than for any exceptional beauty as works of art. The reader is shown how the gems represent important works of Greek sculpture, present examples of the work of Italian Renaissance artists, and illustrate myths and rituals of ancient times. The book will be of interest to students of glyptic art, and anyone interested in classical learning, the development of Christianity and the Renaissance of classical art.
EAN 9781108016100
ISBN 1108016103
Binding Paperback / softback
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Publication date February 17, 2011
Pages 98
Language English
Dimensions 229 x 152 x 6
Country United Kingdom
Authors Middleton J. Henry
Illustrations 25 Line drawings, black and white
Series Cambridge Library Collection - Cambridge
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