Arts of the Hellenized East: Precious Metalwork and Gems of the Pre-Islamic Era

Arts of the Hellenized East: Precious Metalwork and Gems of the Pre-Islamic Era presents stunning, full-color illustrations and information on a series of objects fashioned from precious metals, primarily silver and gold. These pieces were made in the centuries immediately after the conquests of Alexander the Great in what is now Iran, Afghanistan, and the Hindu Kush. The book uncovers several facts about these lands and cultures in ancient history and helps the reader to interpret the images of these fascinating and exquisite objects. Annotation ©2016 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)