Summary
Zoja Bojić: Ancient Historiographers of Art and Kalistratus on Sculpture
"Ancient Historiographers of Art and Kalistratus on Sculpture" by Zoja Bojić presents a thorough and professional analysis of ancient sources on art, with a special focus on sculpture. The book investigates how the historiographers of the ancient world wrote down, interpreted and evaluated works of art, while paying particular attention to the work of the ancient Greek writer Callistratus and his views on the technique, aesthetics and theory of sculpture.
The author combines historical facts and interpretations of works of art, providing readers with a deep understanding of ancient art and its influence on the later history of art. The work is intended for students of art, art history and classical studies, but also for anyone who wants to explore the theoretical and historiographical foundations of ancient sculpture through professional and analytical interpretation.
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