{"product_id":"the-art-of-crete-and-early-greece","title":"The Art of Crete and Early Greece by Friedrich Matz 1962 Art of the World Hardcover with Dust Jacket","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Art of Crete and Early Greece\u003c\/em\u003e by Friedrich Matz explores the artistic development of the Aegean world from the Neolithic period through the rise of Minoan and early Greek civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRichly illustrated with color plates, photographs, maps, and historical commentary, this volume remains an excellent reference for collectors, students, and lovers of classical art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the respected \u003cstrong\u003eArt of the World\u003c\/strong\u003e series, this hardcover includes its original illustrated dust jacket and features numerous full-color reproductions of frescoes, sculpture, pottery, architecture, jewelry, and archaeological discoveries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Art of Crete and Early Greece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friedrich Matz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTranslator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ann E. 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