Publisher's Synopsis
""Addressed To His Grace The Duke Of Marlborough: Thoughts On The Cameos And Intaglios Of Antiquity, Suggested By A Sight And Survey Of The Blenheim Collection"" is a book written in 1847 by a Lover of the Fine Arts. The book is a collection of thoughts and observations on the ancient cameos and intaglios found in the Blenheim Collection, which is owned by the Duke of Marlborough. The author provides a detailed description of the various pieces in the collection, as well as their historical and cultural significance. The book is written in a scholarly style and is intended for those with an interest in art and history. It provides a fascinating insight into the world of ancient art and the ways in which it has influenced modern art and culture. Overall, ""Addressed To His Grace The Duke Of Marlborough: Thoughts On The Cameos And Intaglios Of Antiquity, Suggested By A Sight And Survey Of The Blenheim Collection"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of art and culture.Part 1, On Antique Gems In General.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.
