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Hoards, Grave Goods, Jewellery: Objects in Hoards and in Burial Contexts During the Mongol Invasion of Central-Eastern Europe.
This book examines one specific hoard horizon connected to the Mongol invasion of Hungary (1241-42). It concentrates mainly on the archaeological discoveries in Kána, Hungary. The author analyzes treasures and graves from a medieval settlement and its surrounding necropolis.
Tibetan Treasure: Selections of Murals of the Tubo Period and the Separatist Regimes
Fourteen large full colour souvenir postcards bound as a book. Published in China. In very good condition. Cat No 5084
Cyprus: 10000 years of History and Civilization
Illustrated colour gazetteer to the many archaeological sites on the island of Cyprus arranged by district with guidance for visitors to the island. Paperback. 114 pages. In very good clean condition. Cat No 5005
World Heritage Sites in China
A fabulously illustrated guide to forty world heritage sites in China, including twenty-six cultural heritage sites.
Making Much of What Remains: Reconstructing Deerhurst's Anglo-Saxon Paint and Sculpture
Taking the richness of Anglo-Saxon decorated stone carvings at Deerhurst the author uses these alongside the very tantalising remnants of polychrome paint and any affinities with carvings elsewhere in England reconstructions bring to life the decorations as they originally appeared.
Shropshire Place-Names: A Short Introduction
Provides an accessible introduction to the study of Shropshire's place-names and the ways in which they contribute to our understanding of the past. Place-names throw light on the county's past inhabitants, the language they spoke, and the ways in which they viewed, cared for and exploited
A Personal Selection of Jade Carvings from the Yushantang Collections of Nick Troubetzkoy
A lavish catalogue of a collection of historic jade carvings assembled over a relatively short period of time by an ardent collector and his guide. Expense appears to have been no obstacle in the acquisition of some of the finest examples largely from the Ming and Qing dynasties each illust
The Petrie Museum of Egyptian Archaeology: Characters and Collections
The rich and varied history of the Petrie Museum is revealed by the secrets that sit on its shelves. Richly illustrated and engagingly written experts discuss the discovery, history and care of key objects such as the Koptos liions and Roman era panel portraits. Paperback. 120 p
The Arts of Kerala Kshetram
Explores the artistic and folk traditions of Kerala - painting, murals, sculpture and dance - and their influences on the temple architecture and decoration of the region. Hardback. 84 pages. Colour and b&w plates. Slight wear to back cover otherwise near new condition. Cat No 2084
Diyarbakir Fortress
Detailed pocket guide to the huge citadel of Diyarbakir that even today encircles most of the modern city and is now a World Heritage Site. Discusses its original construction during late Roman times and its subsequent modficications and restorations during Seljuk and Ottoman periods. 128 pages.