Art of the Hellenistic Kingdoms: From Pergamon to Rome

Art of the Hellenistic Kingdoms: From Pergamon to Rome is a scholarly symposium volume edited by Seán Hemingway and Kiki Karoglou. This digital edition is available as a PDF download with instant access after purchase.

Based on papers presented at a two-day symposium at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, it explores the art and culture of the Hellenistic world from the death of Alexander the Great to the suicide of Cleopatra.

Book Overview

Art of the Hellenistic Kingdoms: From Pergamon to Rome brings together twenty essays by internationally renowned scholars. It covers subjects ranging from royal self-presentation to iconography and style in coins, gems, mosaics, sculpture, vessels, and wall paintings. The essays highlight holdings of the Metropolitan Museum and demonstrate the artistic innovations and technical mastery of Hellenistic artists.

It is based on papers given at a two-day scholarly symposium held in conjunction with the award-winning exhibition “Pergamon and the Hellenistic Kingdoms of the Ancient World,” on view at the Metropolitan in 2016.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• Essays on early portraits of Alexander the Great and Hellenistic royal imagery.
• Studies of sculpture, including an early Hellenistic votive statuette and a bronze torso.
• Discussions of luxury goods in bronze, faience, glass, marble, silver, and terracotta.
• Analysis of Hellenistic pottery, glass, and gold glass bowls.
• Explorations of the influence of Hellenistic art on the ancient Roman world.
• Examination of museum displays and the circulation of artists and works across the Mediterranean.

Why This Book Matters

This volume offers new insights into the vitality and complexity of Hellenistic art, a period that is less widely known than classical Greek art. It is part of The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s symposia series and reflects current scholarship by leading international experts. The book also highlights the museum’s holdings and underscores the artistic innovations of the Hellenistic era.

Book Details

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FAQ

How do I access the book after purchase? A download link is provided instantly after checkout.

Will I receive a physical copy? No, this is a digital PDF edition only.

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Add this digital edition to your library and explore the Hellenistic kingdoms through the lens of leading scholars.