Publisher's Synopsis
""A Text Book of the History of Sculpture"" by Allan Marquand is a comprehensive guide to the evolution of sculpture from ancient times to the early 20th century. The book covers the major sculptural traditions of the world, including those of ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Asia, as well as the Renaissance and Baroque periods in Europe. The author provides detailed descriptions of the techniques and materials used by sculptors in different eras and regions, as well as the cultural and historical context in which their works were created. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and drawings of famous sculptures, making it an excellent resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of art.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.
