Treasures of the Holy Land
Treasures of the Holy Land

Author: Muzeʼon Yiśraʼel (Jerusalem)

Publisher: Metropolitan Museum of Art

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 282

ISBN-13: 0870994700

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The art and history of the Holy Land are presented here by distinguished members of the curatorial staff of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. A series of essays examines this land's rich complexity from prehistory through the Islamic conquest of A.D. 640, and almost two hundred works of art are discussed in texts that explore their cultural, historical, religious, and aesthetic significance. Maps, site photographs, and comparative illustrations add to the reader's appreciation of a land whose great intellectual force continues to mold today's world.

Treasures of the Holy Land
Treasures of the Holy Land

Author: Muzeʼon Yiśraʼel (Jerusalem)

Publisher:

Published: 1986

Total Pages: 280

ISBN-13: 9780870994715

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The art and history of the Holy Land are presented here by distinguished members of the curatorial staff of the Israel Museum, Jerusalem. A series of essays examines this land's rich complexity from prehistory through the Islamic conquest of A.D. 640, and almost two hundred works of art are discussed in texts that explore their cultural, historical, religious, and aesthetic significance. Maps, site photographs, and comparative illustrations add to the reader's appreciation of a land whose great intellectual force continues to mold today's world.

Treasures of the Holy Land
Treasures of the Holy Land

Author: Los Angeles County Museum of Art. Education Department

Publisher:

Published: 1987

Total Pages: 8

ISBN-13:

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The Israel Museum in Jerusalem has artifacts from all the periods of human habitation in the land. Some are as much as 7000 years old. Early stone carvings were followed by more artistic objects in iron, bronze and ivory. Well-fashioned household items and mosaics are other examples of ancient skills.

Jewish Art Masterpieces from the Israel Museum, Jerusalem
Jewish Art Masterpieces from the Israel Museum, Jerusalem

Author: Iris Fishof

Publisher: Universe Publishing(NY)

Published: 1994

Total Pages: 128

ISBN-13:

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Featuring the world's most comprehensive collection of Jewish art, Jewish Art Masterpieces is a magnificent art book as well as a fascinating survey of Jewish history. Color plates reveal the artistry and craftsmanship of precious objects such as an 8th-century B.C.E. ivory pomegranate from Solomon's temple, an engraved marriage contract from the 15th century, and paintings by modern artists including Marc Chagall and Menashe Kadishman. Illuminated manuscripts, such as the classic Bird's Head Haggadah from 14th-century Germany, are also featured, along with synagogue interiors, Torah decorations, and Sabbath and festival objects. An informative text explores each item's historical, religious, and artistic significance and reminds the reader of the enduring legacy of the Jewish heritage.

New York Magazine
New York Magazine

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 1987-01-05

Total Pages: 98

ISBN-13:

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New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.

New York Magazine
New York Magazine

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Publisher:

Published: 1986-12-22

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13:

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New York magazine was born in 1968 after a run as an insert of the New York Herald Tribune and quickly made a place for itself as the trusted resource for readers across the country. With award-winning writing and photography covering everything from politics and food to theater and fashion, the magazine's consistent mission has been to reflect back to its audience the energy and excitement of the city itself, while celebrating New York as both a place and an idea.