Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome VI. Lampes et candélabres by Tommaso Piroli
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| Author | Piroli, Tommaso, 1752-1824 |
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| Title | Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome VI. Lampes et candélabres |
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| Summary | "Antiquités d'Herculanum, Tome VI. Lampes et candélabres" by Tommaso Piroli is a scholarly publication written in the early 19th century. This volume forms part of a series that explores the artistic and cultural relics of the ancient city of Herculaneum, particularly focusing on lamps and candelabras. The work provides insights into the various types of lamps used in antiquity, including their artistic significance, functional purposes, and cultural contexts. The opening of the tome introduces the subject of lamps and candelabras discovered in the ruins of Herculaneum. It discusses the classification of these objects into sacred, domestic, and funerary categories, noting their diverse forms and the symbolism behind their designs. The text highlights the artistic value of these antiquities, reflecting on how they not only served practical functions but also played roles in religious ceremonies and domestic life. The author aims to illuminate the customs and practices of the ancient inhabitants of Herculaneum through the study of these artifacts, intertwining historical accounts and archaeological insights to enrich the reader's understanding of ancient Mediterranean culture. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | DG: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Italy, Vatican City, Malta |
| Subject | Herculaneum (Extinct city) -- Antiquities |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 17236 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 26, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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