Textile Furnishings in the Ancient Greek World
$127.50
- Paperback
208 pages
- Release Date
30 April 2027
Summary
When talking about ancient Greek textiles, what first comes to mind is the legendary peplos of Goddess Athena or the luxurious garments worn by the famous marble kore statues. Impressive as these garments are, there is a whole category of textiles that were equally renowned: textile furnishings.
In the ancient Greek world, furnishings (curtains, canopies, covers, hangings, pillows, cushions, mattresses and valances) filled an essential role. In the domestic setting, they provided comf…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798888571613 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Dimitra Andrianou |
| Publisher: | Casemate Publishers |
| Imprint: | Casemate Publishers |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 208 |
| Release Date: | 30 April 2027 |
| Dimensions: | 170mm x 240mm |
| Series: | Ancient Textiles |
You Can Find This Book In
Dimitra Andrianou
Dimitra Andrianou is a researcher at the National Hellenic Research Foundation and the Institute of Greek and Roman Antiquity, specializing in domestic archaeology. She holds a PhD in Hellenistic archaeology from Bryn Mawr College. She has previously held several research and teaching positions at the American School of Classical Studies at Athens, the University of Pennsylvania, Bryn Mawr College, the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and the Institute for Aegean Prehistory.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.