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Title: Greek Vases by Dyfri Williams ISBN: 0-674-36315-9 Publisher: Harvard Univ Pr Pub. Date: December, 1985 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $14.00

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Summary: Survey of history and technique
Comment: "Greek Vases" by Dyfri Williams of the British Museum is a 72-page survey of Greek Vases. It includes 86 beautiful prints (36 in color) and reviews the history of Greek vase design and painting from its origins through the second century b.c. The text focuses on the progression of styles over time and in different regions including vases made in southern Italy and elsewhere by Greeks or in the Greek tradition. This is a very nice stepping stone from the basic art history book such as Janson's and a good primer to read before heading to the museum. It would have been nice if there were more cross-references between plates to show the connections between styles and a bit more about events in Greek history to help explain the major turning points. Additionally, a book like this would benefit tremendously with a short guide to Greek iconography for the novice. Nevertheless, if you are interested in Greek vases, this brief survey is a worthwhile and enjoyable! introduction.