{"product_id":"9788481813289","title":"Castro goldsmithing at the National Archaeological Museum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCastros Goldsmithing at the National Archaeological Museum\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is an exhaustive and rigorous study of the Castros goldsmithing collection at the National Archaeological Museum, focusing on gold pieces from the Gallaecian-Asturian area. The reader will find a detailed analysis of torcs, diadems, and other Iron Age ornaments, which constitute one of the most emblematic manifestations of the Castro culture in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. The primary value of the work lies in its academic approach and in the enhancement of an exceptional archaeological heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book delves into the study of a series of gold jewels, mainly torcs and diadems, that are part of the National Archaeological Museum's holdings and originate from the Gallaecian-Asturian area. These pieces are framed within the so-called Castro Goldsmithing, a craft production characteristic of the peoples of the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula during the Iron Age. Through a detailed analysis, the work examines manufacturing techniques, decorative styles, the functionality of the pieces, and their cultural context, offering a complete view of this rich archaeological heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCastro goldsmithing of the northwest peninsula.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAnalysis of Iron Age gold torcs, diadems, and ornaments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eStudy of goldsmithing techniques and decorative styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCultural and social context of the Castro culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCataloging and enhancement of the National Archaeological Museum's collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work is especially recommended for archaeologists, historians, museum curators, students of History and Archaeology, as well as anyone interested in the cultural heritage of northwest Spain, ancient goldsmithing, and the Castro culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book provides\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn academic and detailed analysis of one of the most important collections of Castro goldsmithing in Spain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA deep understanding of the techniques and styles of Iron Age goldsmithing in the Gallaecian-Asturian area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eContextualized information on the social and cultural significance of these gold pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reference tool for the study and cataloging of this type of archaeological heritage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: García Vuelta, Óscar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area d\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: CATALOGS AND MONOGRAPHS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: January 2007\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 264\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1200 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Assessment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a reference work for specialists and enthusiasts of peninsular archaeology. Its rigorous approach and detailed analysis of the Castro goldsmithing pieces make it an indispensable resource for the study of the material culture of the peoples of the northwest during the Iron Age. The work stands out for its contribution to the dissemination and enhancement of the National Archaeological Museum's holdings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MINISTERIO DE EDUCACIÓN, CULTURA Y DEPORTE. ÁREA D","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405035102555,"sku":"9788481813289","price":25.24,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978848181328.jpg?v=1781821846","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788481813289","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}