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The Gayer-Anderson Cat
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Gayer-Anderson Cat
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Neal Spencer
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| Series | Objects in Focus |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:64 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 147 |
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| Category/Genre | Ancient and classical art BCE to c 500 CE
Carvings
Egyptian archaeology and Egyptology |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780714119731
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| Classifications | Dewey:732.8074421 |
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| Illustrations |
6 Illustrations, black and white; 31 Illustrations, color
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
British Museum Press
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| Imprint |
British Museum Press
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| Publication Date |
2 April 2007 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
The Gayer-Anderson Cat has been one of the most admired objects at the British Museum since its arrival in 1947. This book presents a detailed description of the cat and a discussion of its possible meaning and role in ancient times. Surprising new finds from scientific analyses are presented for the first time, shedding light on the cat's modern history, from its acquisition by the British Army major and avid antiquities collector John Gayer-Anderson to its donation to the British Museum. The fascinating narrative is complemented by outstanding new photography.
Author Biography
Neal Spencer is a curator at the British Museum, with responsibility for the Late Period, Graeco-Roman and Coptic collections.
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