Sasanian and Post-Sasanian Glass in The Corning Museum of Glass (Corning Museum of Glass Catalog)
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| Rating | : | 4.44 (642 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0872901580 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-06-24 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
The next best thing to paying a visit to the museum in person Sasanian And Post-Sasanian Glass In The Corning Museum Of Glass presents 72 objects from the Corning Museum's collection of Sasanian glass. The Sasanians were a dynasty that originated in southern Iran and ruled an empire from Mesopotamia to parts of Central Asia between the early third and mid-seventh centuries. Some Sasanian glass resembled Roman production styles, while others were more specifically reminiscent of Iranian styles. Featuring pieces believed to be Sasania
This stunning catalogue illustrating 72 objects from The Corning Museum of Glass provides an in-depth view of the extraordinary collection.. The Sasanian dynasty produced glass similar in form to Roman glass while other pieces were inspired by a specifically Iranian style
Follow him on Twitter: @dr_david_w . Asteroid 4036 Whitehouse is named after him. He is a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a regular broadcaster on science-related matters for the BBC and Sky News. Dr David Whitehouse is a scientist and journalist
Follow him on Twitter: @dr_david_w . Asteroid 4036 Whitehouse is named after him. He is a fellow of the Royal Astronomical Society and a regular broadcaster on science-related matters for the BBC and Sky News. About the Author Dr David Whitehouse is a scientist and journalist