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Art Treasures of the United Kingdom From the Art Treasures Exhibition, Manchester
A vivid, hands-on look at European art as gathered for the Manchester exhibition, from ancient to modern works.
This volume blends descriptive catalog entries with scholarly commentary to illuminate sculpture, ivory and enamel, and the evolving craft of pottery.
The book surveys a wide range of objects—from carved ivory pieces and medieval caskets to Renaissance bronzes and 18th‑century porcelain—alongside thoughtful essays on ceramic art. It pairs plates and woodcuts with context about collection provenance, stylistic development, and the artisans who shaped these traditions.Ivory carvings, cups, and mounted vessels spanning the 14th to 17th centuries, with notes on owners and dimensions.Sculpture and sculpture-related objects, including busts, reliefs, and bronzes, discussed in relation to artists, patrons, and historic galleries.Ceramic art, including antique Greek pottery, medieval and Renaissance wares, and the rise of porcelain, with analysis of form, glaze, and technique.Explanatory essays that connect objects to broader art-historical themes and the collector’s perspective. Ideal for readers of art history and museum catalogs who want a clear, illustrated guide to a landmark collection and the period’s evolving crafts.
This volume blends descriptive catalog entries with scholarly commentary to illuminate sculpture, ivory and enamel, and the evolving craft of pottery.
The book surveys a wide range of objects—from carved ivory pieces and medieval caskets to Renaissance bronzes and 18th‑century porcelain—alongside thoughtful essays on ceramic art. It pairs plates and woodcuts with context about collection provenance, stylistic development, and the artisans who shaped these traditions.Ivory carvings, cups, and mounted vessels spanning the 14th to 17th centuries, with notes on owners and dimensions.Sculpture and sculpture-related objects, including busts, reliefs, and bronzes, discussed in relation to artists, patrons, and historic galleries.Ceramic art, including antique Greek pottery, medieval and Renaissance wares, and the rise of porcelain, with analysis of form, glaze, and technique.Explanatory essays that connect objects to broader art-historical themes and the collector’s perspective. Ideal for readers of art history and museum catalogs who want a clear, illustrated guide to a landmark collection and the period’s evolving crafts.
277 pages, Hardcover
Published April 23, 2020
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