Publisher's Synopsis
""The Principal Objects of Art in the National Museum of Naples"" is a book written by Domenico Monaco in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive description of the art objects that are housed in the National Museum of Naples. The museum is home to a vast collection of ancient Roman artifacts, including mosaics, sculptures, and frescoes. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different type of art object. The sections include descriptions of the museum's collection of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, as well as its collection of frescoes and mosaics. The book also includes detailed descriptions of the museum's collection of ancient coins, jewelry, and other decorative objects.Throughout the book, Monaco provides detailed descriptions of each object, including its historical context, its artistic significance, and its provenance. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and sketches, which help to bring the art objects to life and provide readers with a visual understanding of the museum's collection.Overall, ""The Principal Objects of Art in the National Museum of Naples"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and history of ancient Rome. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the museum's collection, and is an essential reference for scholars, students, and art enthusiasts alike.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.
