The Portland Vase

The Extraordinary Odyssey of a Mysterious Roman Treasure

Robin Brooks

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Collins
09 August 2005

History of Art & Design Styles; Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Pottery, ceramics & glass crafts

For thousands of years an enigmatic and astonishingly beautiful piece of Roman art has captivated those who have come in contact with it.

Made before the birth of Christ, the Portland Vase, as it is called, is renowned for both its beauty and its mystery.

In The Portland Vase, Robin Brooks takes us on a vivid journey across Europe and through the centuries, as this delicate piece of glass, less than ten inches in height, passes through the hands of a stunning cast of characters, including the first Roman emperor, Augustus; a notorious tomb raider; a reckless cardinal; a princess with a nasty gambling habit; the ceramics genius Josiah Wedgwood; the secretive Duchess of Portland; and a host of politicians, dilettantes, and scam artists.

Rich with passion, inspiration, jealousy, and endless speculation, the story of The Portland Vase spans more than two thousand years and remains one of the art world's greatest enigmas.

By: Robin Brooks
Imprint: Collins
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 206mm, Width: 134mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 240g
ISBN: 9780060511005
ISBN 10: 0060511001
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 09 August 2005
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Robin Brooks is an actor and author living in England. He has written several plays for BBC Radio. This is his first book.