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Beschreibung der Wandgemalde in der Aegyptischen Abteilung (Konigliche Museen zu Berlin) (German Edition)
Author: Generalverwaltung
Year: January 14, 1887
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 8.4 MB
Language: German

Year: January 14, 1887
Format: PDF
File size: PDF 8.4 MB
Language: German

The book "Beschreibung der Wandgemalde in der Aegyptischen Abteilung Konigliche Museen zu Berlin" (Description of Wall Paintings in the Egyptian Department of the Royal Museums in Berlin) is a comprehensive guide to the wall paintings found in the Egyptian collection of the Royal Museums in Berlin. The book provides a detailed description of each painting, including its subject matter, style, and historical context. The paintings are presented in chronological order, starting from the Old Kingdom and ending with the Roman Period. Each painting is accompanied by high-quality images that showcase the intricate details and vivid colors of the artwork. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific period or theme in Egyptian art history. The introduction provides an overview of the evolution of Egyptian art, from its early beginnings to its influence on modern times. The first section covers the Old Kingdom, where the focus is on the pyramids and their decoration, while the second section explores the Middle Kingdom and its unique style of painting. The third section delves into the New Kingdom, where the emphasis is on the powerful pharaohs and their grandiose projects.
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