Engraved Gems and Propaganda in the Roman Republic and Under Augustus

by Pawel Golyzniak and Pawe Goyniak

Engraved Gems and Propaganda in the Roman Republic and under Augustus deals with small, but highly captivating and stimulating artwork - engraved gemstones. Although in antiquity intaglios and cameos had multiple applications (seals, jewellery or amulets), the images engraved upon them are snapshots of people's beliefs, ideologies, and everyday occupations. They cast light on the self-advertising and propaganda actions performed by Roman political...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1789695392
• ISBN13: 9781789695397
• Release Date: June 2020
• Publisher: Archaeopress Publishing
• Length: 618 Pages
• Weight: 5.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 8.2" x 11.4"