Description
The Greek Vase in 18th and 19th Century European Art
Book Summary
This work gathers the proceedings of the international colloquium held at the National Archaeological Museum and the Casa de Velázquez in 2005, bringing together studies by the most prestigious international researchers. The reader will find an in-depth analysis of how ancient Greek ceramics influenced and were reinterpreted by European art during the 18th and 19th centuries, offering a unique perspective on the survival of classical Antiquity in modern visual culture.
What is it about?
The book examines the fascination that the Greek vase exerted on European artists, collectors, and art theorists between the 18th and 19th centuries. Through the contributions of prominent specialists, it analyzes how these ceramic pieces were not only objects of collection but also became aesthetic models that inspired movements such as Neoclassicism and Romanticism. Aspects such as the dissemination of Greek vase collections, their representation in painting and sculpture, and their role in shaping the European classical imaginary are addressed. The proceedings offer a multidisciplinary vision that combines archaeology, art history, and the history of collecting.
Main themes
- Influence of ancient Greek ceramics on 18th and 19th century European art
- Collecting and dissemination of Greek vases in the European context
- Reinterpretation of classical motifs in painting, sculpture, and decorative arts
- Relationship between classical archaeology and modern artistic creation
- Case studies on relevant artists, collectors, and institutions
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at researchers, art historians, archaeologists, postgraduate students, and museum professionals interested in the reception of classical Antiquity. It will also be of great value to collectors and enthusiasts of 18th and 19th century European art who wish to understand the classical roots of modern aesthetics.
What this book contributes
- Access to top-tier international research on a specialized topic
- Understanding of the mechanisms of transmission and influence of classical art in European culture
- Multidisciplinary perspective that enriches the study of art history and archaeology
- Documentation of a landmark colloquium with original contributions
Technical specifications
- Author: INTERNATIONAL COLLOQUIUM "THE GREEK VASE"; CABRERA B
- Publisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area of
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Art History: ancient and classical art, ceramics: works of art
- Collection: Collection TBA
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: January 2008
- Number of pages: 196
- Weight: 1000 g
Editorial review
This is a reference academic publication that collects the papers from a high-level international colloquium, with the participation of prestigious researchers. Its specialized approach and documentary rigor make it an indispensable work for those who study the survival of classical art in modern Europe. Although it is not a popular science read, its content is essential for understanding a key chapter in the history of the reception of Antiquity.