De L'usage Des Statues Chez Les Anciens

<p><i>De L'usage Des Statues Chez Les Anciens: Essai Historique</i> by De Guasco delves into the historical significance and utilization of statues in ancient civilizations. This French-language essay explores the multifaceted roles statues played in antiquity from religious iconography and commemorative monuments to expressions of political power and artistic achievement. Guasco's work provides insights into the cultural values and aesthetic sensibilities of the societies that created and revered these enduring works of art.</p><p>A valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of classical history and art this essay illuminates the profound impact of statuary on the ancient world and its lasting legacy on subsequent artistic traditions. Discover the historical context and symbolic meaning behind these iconic artifacts.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>