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The Warren Cup
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Warren Cup
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Dyfri Williams
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| Series | Objects in Focus |
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:64 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 210,Width 145 |
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| Category/Genre | Classical Greek and Roman archaeology
Jewellery and beadcraft |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780714122601
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| Classifications | Dewey:739.2384 |
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| Illustrations |
Illustrated in colour and black and white throughout
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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 May 2006 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
Part of the British Museum Objects in Focus series, an introduction to the Warren Cup. This book tells the unique story of this exquisitely crafted Roman silver drinking cup, engraved with erotic scenes. Created in the first century AD, and after being condemned to undeserved obscurity for too long, the cup shows a pair of male lovers in explicit homoerotic scenes that reflect the mores of the time and region in which the cup was created and used. The book celebrates how this important and beautiful masterpiece of Roman art challenges contemporary views to look beyond current social and religious environments in order to appreciate better the art itself. Beautifully and masterfully created, the Warren Cup is a special addition to the Museum's collection.
Author Biography
Dyfri Williams is Keeper of Greek and Roman Antiquities at The British Museum.
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