Douris and the Painters of Greek Vases by Edmond Pottier

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Author Pottier, Edmond, 1855-1934
Author of introduction, etc. Harrison, Jane Ellen, 1850-1928
Translator Kahnweiler, Bettina
LoC No. 10002345
Uniform Title Douris et les peintres des vases grecs. English
Title Douris and the Painters of Greek Vases
Credits Turgut Dincer, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Douris and the Painters of Greek Vases" by Edmond Pottier is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the art and significance of Greek vase painting, specifically exploring the contributions of the vase painter Douris and his contemporaries during the classical period. The narrative aims to illuminate the relationship between ancient Greek art and society while showcasing the intricate artistry that characterizes Greek ceramics. At the start of the book, the author discusses the broader context of Greek painting, emphasizing the absence of preserved works from significant ancient painters and the importance of vase painting as a medium that conveys the aesthetics of the time. Pottier introduces the unique qualities of Douris' art, noting how his work reflects everyday life and mythological themes without merely serving as an illustration of literature. Through detailed observations, the opening establishes a framework for understanding the socio-economic conditions under which Douris operated as a craftsman and artist, while foreshadowing further explorations of Douris's artistic contributions and techniques throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Subject Douris, active 6th century B.C.-5th century B.C.
Subject Vase-painting, Greek
Category Text
EBook-No. 61034
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 17, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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