This authoritative study has been prepared by Prudence Oliver Harper, Curator, Department of Ancient Near Eastern Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art. A specialist who has written widely on Sasanian metalwork, Dr. Harper has provided informative essays on the art and history of the Sasanians as well as meticulous notes on the individual objects. Three other scholars have contributed to this volume:
Jens Kröger (Stucco), Carol Manson Bier (Textiles), and Martha L. Carter (a selection of five objects). More than 1so illustrations, ten in color, record the beauty of Sasanian art forms. Also included are a map, a chronology, and a selected bibliography.

24cm x 27.5cm, 175 pages, Hardcover, 1978 (Condition: Very Good)

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