Stierlin, Henri.
The gold of the pharaohs Henri Stierlin. - Paris : Finest S.A./Editions Pierre Terrail, 1997 - 219 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), map, plans ; 30 cm.
A unique and stunning overview of the art of the Egyptian goldsmiths, richly illustrated with reproductions of the original works themselves from the massive volumes of gold and silver coffins to the delicacy of enamelled pectorals and tiny talismans. Through its texts and colour illustrations the book provides the reader with an exceptional insight into the genius of the ancient Egyptians. Translated from French.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 215).
2879391172 9782879391175
Art, Egyptian.
Art objects, Egyptian.
Goldwork, Ancient--Egypt.
Art, Ancient--Egypt.
Egypt--Antiquities.
709 STI
The gold of the pharaohs Henri Stierlin. - Paris : Finest S.A./Editions Pierre Terrail, 1997 - 219 p. : ill. (chiefly col.), map, plans ; 30 cm.
A unique and stunning overview of the art of the Egyptian goldsmiths, richly illustrated with reproductions of the original works themselves from the massive volumes of gold and silver coffins to the delicacy of enamelled pectorals and tiny talismans. Through its texts and colour illustrations the book provides the reader with an exceptional insight into the genius of the ancient Egyptians. Translated from French.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 215).
2879391172 9782879391175
Art, Egyptian.
Art objects, Egyptian.
Goldwork, Ancient--Egypt.
Art, Ancient--Egypt.
Egypt--Antiquities.
709 STI