The Lewis Collection of Gems and Rings in the Possession of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge: With an...

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J. Henry Middleton

The Lewis Collection of Gems and Rings in the Possession of Corpus Christi College, Cambridge

With an Introductory Essay on Ancient Gems

J. Henry Middleton

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Cambridge University Press
24 March 2011

Art Forms; Precious metal & precious stones: artworks & design; Exhibition catalogues & specific collections

Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Cambridge

Containing an introductory essay on ancient gems, J. H. Middleton's work of 1892 catalogues the extensive and fascinating collection of engraved gems at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. Middleton, who was a Professor of Fine Art and Director of the Fitzwilliam Museum, describes how the collection was acquired by the Reverend S. S. Lewis on his frequent visits to Italy, Greece and more distant Oriental countries. The catalogue demonstrates that the gems are more remarkable for their interesting subjects than for any exceptional beauty as works of art. The reader is shown how the gems represent important works of Greek sculpture, present examples of the work of Italian Renaissance artists, and illustrate myths and rituals of ancient times. The book will be of interest to students of glyptic art, and anyone interested in classical learning, the development of Christianity and the Renaissance of classical art.

By: J. Henry Middleton
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 6mm
Weight: 160g
ISBN: 9781108016100
ISBN 10: 1108016103
Series: Cambridge Library Collection - Cambridge
Pages: 98
Publication Date: 24 March 2011
Audience: College/higher education , Further / Higher Education
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

List of illustrations; Preface; Introductory essay; List of works on ancient gems; Abstract of the catalogue; Descriptive catalogue of the Lewis collection; Class A. Gems fixed for transmitted light; Class B. Gems of the Roman period; Class C. Gnostic gems and Grylli; Class D. Oriental gems; Class E. Christian gems; Class F. Paste gems; Class G. Cameos; Class H. Modern gems; Class J. Antique rings.