Gods and Heroes in Pompeii |
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| Author:
| De Carolis, Ernesto |
| Series title: | Pompeii - Thematic Guides |
| ISBN: | 978-88-8265-128-2 |
| Publication Date: | Dec 2001 |
| Publisher: | L'Erma di Bretschneider
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $55.00 |
Book Description:
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The deities and heroes of the ancient Romans were popular subject matter for the frescoes which decorated the sophisticated villas of Pompeii's wealthy citizens. This richly illustraded volume highlights various depictions of the divine and heroic pantheon of ancient Rome. The text explores both the general characteristics of Pompeian painting and its specific treatment of gods and heroes.
The deities and heroes of the ancient Romans were popular subject matter for the frescoes which decorated the sophisticated villas of Pompeii's wealthy citizens. This richly illustraded volume highlights various depictions of the divine and heroic pantheon of ancient Rome. The text explores both the general characteristics of Pompeian painting and its specific treatment of gods and heroes.