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Jewels of Ancient Nubia

Hardback

Main Details

Title Jewels of Ancient Nubia
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Yvonne J. Markowitz
By (author) Denise M. Doxey
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:184
Dimensions(mm): Height 280,Width 205
Category/GenreAncient and classical art BCE to c 500 CE
Precious metal and precious stones: artworks and design
Decorative arts
ISBN/Barcode 9780878468072
ClassificationsDewey:739.27093978
Audience
General
Illustrations 140 Illustrations, color; 140 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Museum of Fine Arts,Boston
Imprint Museum of Fine Arts,Boston
Publication Date 6 October 2014
Publication Country United States

Description

Located at the intersection of trade routes from central Africa, the ancient Near East, and the Classical world, ancient Nubia ruled the entire Nile Valley at the height of its power in the eighth century BC. Its neighbour and frequent rival Egypt called Nubia 'the gold lands' because its territories held such an abundance of the precious metal, and because its inhabitants produced some of the most finely crafted jewelry of the ancient world. This book features over 100 adornments and personal accessories from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, which houses the finest collection of Nubian jewelry outside Khartoum. The first comprehensive introduction to the sophisticated jewels of this great empire, it reveals how Nubian artisans employed techniques that would not be reinvented in Europe for another thousand years, and how the original owners valued such possessions not only for their inherent beauty, but also because they were imbued with magical meanings. Exquisite photography and an authoritative history written by leading experts make this book essential for both jewelry aficionados and anyone interested in the great cultures of the ancient world.