A Catalogue of Engraved Gems in the British Museum is a comprehensive book written by A. H. Smith that provides a detailed description of the engraved gems collection at the British Museum. The book is an essential reference for anyone interested in the art of engraving and gemstones. The book includes a detailed introduction that provides information about the history of the collection, the methods used to acquire the gems, and the techniques used to engrave them. The author then proceeds to describe each gem in the ...
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A Catalogue of Engraved Gems in the British Museum is a comprehensive book written by A. H. Smith that provides a detailed description of the engraved gems collection at the British Museum. The book is an essential reference for anyone interested in the art of engraving and gemstones. The book includes a detailed introduction that provides information about the history of the collection, the methods used to acquire the gems, and the techniques used to engrave them. The author then proceeds to describe each gem in the collection, providing a detailed analysis of its shape, size, color, and style. The book is organized according to the type of gem, with sections dedicated to agates, cameos, intaglios, and other types of engraved gems. Each section includes a detailed description of the gems, along with high-quality photographs that showcase their beauty and intricacy. Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the historical and cultural significance of each gem, as well as the techniques and tools used to create them. The book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art of engraving, gemstones, and the history of art and culture. Overall, A Catalogue of Engraved Gems in the British Museum is a beautifully illustrated and well-researched book that provides a comprehensive overview of the engraved gems collection at the British Museum.1888. Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities. A listing of over 2,000 items held by the British Museum with a selection of reproductions of some of the engraved gems and an extensive introduction by Mr. Murray.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.
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