some of which survive only in fragments and a number of which have never been published

510 color illustrations

Memory studies—one of the most vibrant research fields of the present day—brings together such diverse disciplines as art and archaeology

An introductory essay underscores the importance of understanding why and how ancient stone sculpture was produced

Luxus: The Sumptuous Arts of Greece and Rome GARDEN SM some of which survive onlyKenneth Lapatin In contrast to other histories of ancient art that typically privilege well preserved works of ceramics or stone, Luxus offers an integrated contextual analysis of artifacts fashioned from a wide variety of luxury materials, which survive in far greater number than is typically supposed. These include gold and silver, semiprecious hard stones, and organic materials, such as ivory, fine woods, amber, pearl, coral, and textiles.