Handbook to the Antiquities in the British Museum: Being a Description of the Remains of Greek, Assyrian, Egyptian and Etruscan Art Preserved There, with Numerous Illustrations

By William Sandys Wright Vaux

Book Overview

The Handbook to the Antiquities in the British Museum is a comprehensive guide to the ancient artifacts on display at the British Museum. Written by William Sandys Wright Vaux, the book offers detailed descriptions of the remains of Greek, Assyrian, Egyptian, and Etruscan art that are preserved in the museum. The book was first published in 1851 and has since become a classic resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history and culture of these ancient civilizations. The book is organized by culture and provides detailed information on each artifact, including its history, significance, and cultural context. With its rich illustrations and detailed descriptions, the Handbook to the Antiquities in the British Museum is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436866065
• ISBN13: 9781436866064
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 524 Pages
• Weight: 1.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"