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The Art of Describing:Studies in Honour of Yvonne Harpur

Geoffrey Martin author Hana Vymazalova editor Peter Janosi editor Paolo Scremin editor Hartwig Altenmüller editor

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Czech Institute of Egyptology

Published:30th Oct '18

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The superbly illustrated volume “The Art of Describing” presents a wide array of subject-matter dealing with the visual culture of the Old Kingdom. The topics range from many in-depth studies of various two-dimensional motifs as well as sculpture encountered in the tombs of the Memphite necropolises, the presentation of complete overviews of wall scenes, and the art of carving, to selected royal scenes as well as the decorative programme of burial chambers. Many of the issues touch upon hitherto unpublished material and tombs only recently discovered.

The book was compiled in honour of Yvonne Harpur, the doyenne of the study of art and decoration of tombs from the pyramid age. Her life-long passion for tomb decoration and scenes details have influenced and helped students and scholars around the world. Thus, the contributions collected in this album amicorum not only reflect the great interest but also the potential in dealing with the art of the Old Kingdom.

ISBN: 9788073087708

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Weight: unknown

307 pages