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LoC No.: 02003958

Title: Engraved Gems

Note: Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

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Summary: "Engraved Gems" by Maxwell Sommerville is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. It serves as an abridged and updated exploration of the art and history of gem engraving, focusing on various epochs from antiquity to the 18th century. The text provides insights into the glyptic art, characterized by engraved stones, cylinders, and seals, highlighting the craftsmanship and significance of these artifacts across different cultures. The opening of the book introduces Sommerville's collection at the University of Pennsylvania, detailing the historical journey of engraved gems. He emphasizes the evolution of gem engraving from primitive times through periods of excellence and decline, outlining how the quality of execution varied by era and nationality. The beginning sets a reflective tone, as the author expresses his passion for the subject, inviting readers to appreciate these engraved stones as vital connections to humanity's artistic and cultural past. The narrative promises a historical exploration of gem engraving, revealing its role in both art and science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Sommerville, Maxwell, 1829-1904

EBook No.: 57492

Published: Jul 12, 2018

Downloads: 89

Language: English

Subject: Gems

LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 02003958

Title: Engraved Gems

Note: Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Chris Curnow, Wayne Hammond and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "Engraved Gems" by Maxwell Sommerville is a scholarly work written in the early 20th century. It serves as an abridged and updated exploration of the art and history of gem engraving, focusing on various epochs from antiquity to the 18th century. The text provides insights into the glyptic art, characterized by engraved stones, cylinders, and seals, highlighting the craftsmanship and significance of these artifacts across different cultures. The opening of the book introduces Sommerville's collection at the University of Pennsylvania, detailing the historical journey of engraved gems. He emphasizes the evolution of gem engraving from primitive times through periods of excellence and decline, outlining how the quality of execution varied by era and nationality. The beginning sets a reflective tone, as the author expresses his passion for the subject, inviting readers to appreciate these engraved stones as vital connections to humanity's artistic and cultural past. The narrative promises a historical exploration of gem engraving, revealing its role in both art and science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Sommerville, Maxwell, 1829-1904

EBook No.: 57492

Published: Jul 12, 2018

Downloads: 89

Language: English

Subject: Gems

LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.