Publisher's Synopsis
A Manual of Mythology in Relation to Greek Art by Maxime Collignon is a comprehensive guide to the myths and legends of ancient Greece and their depiction in art. The book explores the role of mythology in Greek culture and its influence on the art of the time. It covers the major gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, and mythical creatures, and provides detailed descriptions of their attributes and symbolism. The book also examines the different artistic styles and techniques used to represent these figures, from pottery and sculpture to painting and architecture. With over 200 illustrations, including photographs and line drawings, the book offers a rich visual experience that complements its informative text. This manual is an essential resource for anyone interested in Greek mythology and its relationship to art.1890. The subject of this work is not mythology in general, but strictly and solely mythology as seen in art. Literature is cited, but only so far as it throws light upon the conceptions of art. All questions dealing with the origins of myths and their literary variations are set aside. This is an invaluable book to the students of art and archaeology.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
