Distorted ideals in greek vase-painting: the world of mythological burlesque
Auteur :
Walsh, David
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9781107669659
Date de publication :
16 juin 2014
Dimensions :
24,7 x 17,0 x 2,5 cm
Poids :
1020 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book examines Greek vase-paintings that depict humorous, burlesque, and irreverent images of Greek mythology and the gods. When placed against the background of the religious beliefs and social frameworks from which they spring, these images allow us to explore questions relating to their meaning in particular communities.