Splendors Of The Ancient Persia
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Cover title reads: Splendors of Ancient Persia. Large-format hardback with black cloth boards in very good condition. Very slight bumping to spine and corners. Dustjacket very good minus, with splaying to top edge and general light rubbing. A long tear to back of jacket (23 cm). Interior very clean and bright. Explores the art of Persia prior to the emergence of Islam through photographs and an authoritative text, reaching back to prehistoric times to provide an overview of the main cultures that developed in this ancient area of the Middle East. In addition to strictly Iranian sites, it spotlights sites built in Mesopotamia, eastern Anatolia, and along the upper Euphrates. From the ceramics of northern Iran to the magnificent palaces of Persepolis, and from the adventures of Alexander the Great to the military power and art of the Sassanians, "Ancient Persia" explores the artistic and historical legacy of this fascinating region. Fully illustrated in black and white and colour. One colour map. Chronological table, glossary, and index. Translation by Richard Pierce. A heavy item, which will be despatched by courier.
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