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The royal women of Amarna : images of beauty from ancient Egypt
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ISBN: 0870998161 0870998188 0810965046 9780810965041 9780870998188 9780870998164 Year: 1996 Publisher: New York : Metropolitan Museum of Art Distributed by Harry N. Abrams,


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The Berkeley Plato : from neglected relic to ancient treasure: an archaeological detective story.
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ISBN: 9780520258334 0520258339 Year: 2009 Publisher: Berkeley University of California press

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"This book explores the provenance of the so-called Berkeley Herm of Plato, a sculptural portrait that Stephen G. Miller first encountered over thirty years ago in a university storage basement. The head, languishing since its arrival in 1902, had become detached from the body, or herm, and had been labeled a fake. In 2002, while preparing another book, Miller - now an experienced archaeologist - needed an illustration of Plato and remembered this piece and took another look. The marble, he recognized immediately, was from the Greek islands, the inscription appeared ancient, and the ribbons visible on the head were typical of those in Greek athletic scenes." "The Berkeley Plato, rich in scientific, archaeological, and historical detail, tells the fascinating story of how Miller was able to authenticate this long-dismissed treasure. His conclusion, that it is an ancient Roman copy possibly dating from the time of Hadrian, is further supported by art conservation scientist John Twilley, whose essay appears as an appendix. Miller's discovery makes a significant contribution to the worlds of art history, philosophy, archaeology, and sports history and serves as a starting point for new research in the back rooms of museums."--BOOK JACKET.

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