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The Portland Vase

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Author : Susan Walker
language : en
Publisher: Object in Focus
Release Date : 2004

The Portland Vase written by Susan Walker and has been published by Object in Focus this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Art categories.

The Portland Vase is the most famous cameo-glass vessel from antiquity, probably made during the reign of the Roman Emperor Augustus (27BC - AD14). The scenes on the vessel have long perplexed and enchanted in equal measure. The subject is clearly one of love and marriage, but who are the figures and are they historical or mythological? This book offers an exciting new reading of the vase, setting it in the context of the dramatic relationships between the houses of Octavian, Antony and Cleopatra. It also explores the lively history of the vase, from the earliest records in Italy in 1601, to its purchase by Sir William Hamilton and the dukes of Portland, and its abiding influence on British craftsmen such as Josiah Wedgwood whose copies helped to make it famous.

The Portland Vase

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Author : William Watkiss Lloyd
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1847

The Portland Vase written by William Watkiss Lloyd and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1847 with Archaeology categories.

The Portland Vase

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Author : Denys Eyre Lankester Haynes
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1975

The Portland Vase written by Denys Eyre Lankester Haynes and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1975 with Glassware, Roman categories.

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The Portland Vase

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Author : Robin Brooks
language : en
Publisher: Harper Collins
Release Date : 2009-10-13

The Portland Vase written by Robin Brooks and has been published by Harper Collins this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-10-13 with Art categories.

For thousands of years an enigmatic and astonishingly beautiful piece of Roman art has captivated those who have come in contact with it.Made before the birth of Christ, the Portland Vase, as it is called, is renowned for both its beauty and its mystery. In The Portland Vase, Robin Brooks takes us on a vivid journey across Europe and through the centuries, as this delicate piece of glass, less than ten inches in height, passes through the hands of a stunning cast of characters, including the first Roman emperor, Augustus; a notorious tomb raider; a reckless cardinal; a princess with a nasty gambling habit; the ceramics genius Josiah Wedgwood; the secretive Duchess of Portland; and a host of politicians, dilettantes, and scam artists. Rich with passion, inspiration, jealousy, and endless speculation, the story of The Portland Vase spans more than two thousand years and remains one of the art world's greatest enigmas.

The Mystery Of The Portland Vase

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Author : Robin Jeremy Brooks
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
Release Date : 2004

The Mystery Of The Portland Vase written by Robin Jeremy Brooks and has been published by Bloomsbury Academic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.

Robin Brooks recreates the lengthy travels and the powerful influence of the Portland vase, which has long been an inspiration for artists, poets and historians, together with engaging portraits of the eccentric individuals through whose hands it has passed.

The Portland Vase

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Author : William Watkiss Lloyd
language : en
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Release Date : 2023-07-18

The Portland Vase written by William Watkiss Lloyd and has been published by Legare Street Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-07-18 with categories.

The Portland Vase is one of the most famous and enigmatic objects in the history of art. In this fascinating book, William Watkiss Lloyd explores the history, craftsmanship, and symbolism of this ancient Roman glass vase. With beautiful illustrations and insightful analysis, The Portland Vase is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art and antiquity. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.