Gifts of the Nile

by Florence Dunn Friedman, ed. (Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design 1998)

This interpretive study presents over 200 beautiful faience objects from museums and collections in the United States and Europe in this exhibition catalog. Illustrated essays by five leading scholars explore the meaning of faience within Egyptian culture, discussing its use, symbolism and technology. Items are lavishly presented in color, with full description, by themes including: early uses, royal life, women’s use, daily life and devotion, and materials and technology. 288 pages with 483 illustrations, 224 in color. Get the hardback at less than softcover price.

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