Archaic and Classical Greek Art (Oxford History of Art)

I bought this book to compliment my OU study 'Experiencing the Classical World', not realising at the time that the author appears on one of the DVDs! I was wary about buying a book that I had not looked at in a bookstore, but I took a risk and it paid off. This book compliments the course perfectly but is also an interesting 'stand-alone' read.The format is brilliant with very specific chapter titles so you can find what you want very quickly. The illustrations are in colour and are plentiful and the text is well written, informative and understandable. In short, it is a book about art that has rapidly become one of my favourite books. Definetly worth buying.

An excellent general overview of ancient Greek art by a leading scholar, and a must buy for any classics or history of art students. This is both great for people generally interested in Greek art and for serious students. Although it is best used in conjunction with other, more specific, books on each area of Greek art for anyone serious about this subject area. This book is full of great quality images and details on the development and significance of Greek Art over a long period of greek history.

This book looks at Greek arts and architecture from the -800s to the -300s. It is classical in this chronological take but the way it is written is very modern and will be very engaging to most readers.It does establish the narrative of Archaic and Classical Greek Art with an approachable tone and expression, and it also gives room for a reflexive approach.The reader is also offered the opportunity to follow the scholar in his questioning of the archaeological evidence and the formal analysis of objects towards wider conclusions about stylistic, technical and social evolutions.Although every chapter is given a thematic title, the book follows overall a chronological development.It is very generously illustrated, both in colours and in black and white, and wide margins leave plenty of space for the reader to jot down their thoughts or take some notes along the text.

I wanted a good introduction to archaic and greek art, prior to a visit to Athens. This book is excellent, and gave methe knowledge to appreciate what I saw and to carry on to further reading.

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Great book for studying Archaic Greek art on pottery. Bought this for my son's uni class and it was very useful.

Robin Osborne's book is a fabulous addition to any Classical Studies student or anyone else interested in the subject. Well written and great scholarship. Highly recommended

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A very interesting and compellingly written book on Greek art, centering around the period from 800-320 BC. This book is great for any classical art enthusiasts, or anyone having a trip to Greece coming up. The book is very well written and will be interesting both to newbies and to seasoned art lovers. Many color pictures showcasing the best of the best examples.I am very happy with this book and warmly recommend it.

It came quickly, and the book was undamaged and very good quality. Definitely buy from here again. Probably not the same book... Cause I already have it

Il mio ordine è stato cancellato senza ricevere spiegazione alcuna, come mai accaduto prima. Mi piacerebbe leggerlo in futuro e poter dare un giudizio....

Excellent book, a strong addition to my art library. Also, the purchase itself was highly satisfactory, $1.52 for an art history book in nearly new condition, and prompt delivery.

It is exactly what I ordered and what I expected