Rambles of an Archæologist Among Old Books and in Old Places

F W (Frederick William) Fairholt

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Anson Street Press
28 March 2025

The Arts: General & Reference; History of Art & Design Styles; Antiques & collectables: books, manuscripts, ephemera & printed matter

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""Rambles of an Archaeologist Among Old Books and in Old Places"" by Frederick William Fairholt offers a fascinating exploration of art and its connection to history. Subtitled ""Being Papers on Art, in Relation to Archaeology, Painting, Art-Decoration and Art-Manufacture,"" this collection of essays delves into the intersections of art history, book history, and archaeology.

Fairholt, through insightful art criticism, examines various facets of artistic creation and preservation. The book includes a study of Albrecht Dürer, offering perspectives on his life and artistic contributions. Readers interested in the history of art, particularly painting and decorative arts, will find this a compelling resource. It explores the tangible links between artistry and the physical remnants of the past, making it a treasure for enthusiasts of antiques and collectibles.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: F W (Frederick William) Fairholt
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 8mm
Weight: 227g
ISBN: 9781023142793
ISBN 10: 1023142791
Pages: 156
Publication Date: 28 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active