1990 Egypt Classical Art Tours: Karnak and Luxor; Saqqara and Giza

Description

Colour Plates, Illustrated, Publishers' Original Binding

Two later English editions of these brightly illustrated works from this 'Classical Art Tours' series. 

In the publisher's original laminated pictorial boards. 

Both of these works focus on some of the greatest works of art to be found in Egypt, compiled with a wealth of facts and historical context to offer an immersive written tour of the sites. 

With commentary written by two Italian Egyptologists, Alessandro Roccati and Enrica Leospo. 

This set includes the following volumes:

Karnak and Luxor - Details the artistic wonders found in the Karnak Temple Complex, which comprises a vast mix of temples, pylons, chapels and other buildings near Luxor. 

Saqqara and Giza - Explores the pyramids of Saqqara and Giza, the powerful symbols of a historic era, and the wonderful paintings and reliefs which survive inside them. 

Both works contain numerous photographs in vivid colour throughout.