Cultural Treasures of the World: From the Relics of Ancient Empires to Modern-Day Icons

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Cultural Treasures of the World: From the Relics of Ancient Empires to Modern-Day Icons
Format
Hardback
Publisher
Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Country
United Kingdom
Published
20 September 2022
Pages
360
ISBN
9780241508923

Cultural Treasures of the World: From the Relics of Ancient Empires to Modern-Day Icons

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A stunning collection of the world’s most celebrated and culturally significant objects

Take a guided tour through history and discover the most precious, iconic, and celebrated objects ever created.

Revered, admired, and protected - every country and culture has certain artefacts that are prized above all others. Cultural Treasures of the World brings together more than 200 of these objects, exploring the fascinating and unique stories behind each of them.

From the Bust of Nefertiti to the Benin Bronzes, and the Altamira cave paintings to Van Gogh’s Sunflowers, these artefacts and artworks are revered for their beauty, artistry, or historical significance - and often all three at once. Discover how and why they were created, unravel the hidden meanings and symbolism they contain, and learn about the cultural legacy they have left behind.

A treasure trove of human creativity that offers a fresh and unforgettable new perspective on civilizations and societies, Cultural Treasures of the World is the perfect gift for gallery- and museum-lovers, and armchair travellers everywhere.

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