Logan Rodriguez

British Museum Treasures (eBook, ePUB)

Illustrator: Ai / Übersetzer: Ai

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

British Museum Treasures explores the iconic artifacts housed within the British Museum, offering a journey through millennia of world cultures and cultural heritage. It delves into the historical context and global significance of selected treasures, revealing how these objects reflect the interconnectedness of human civilizations. The book examines the museum's role as a repository of world cultures, the historical circumstances of object acquisition during the British Empire, and the ongoing debates about repatriation and cultural ownership. For instance, many objects arrived during periods of colonial expansion, raising ethical questions that persist today. The book uniquely situates the museum within the broader context of colonialism, acknowledging the controversies surrounding artifact acquisition. It highlights how the British Museum, despite its origins, serves as an archive for understanding ancient technologies, social structures, and artistic achievements spanning cultures and continents.

Structured thematically, the book progresses from an introduction to the museum's founding to detailed analyses of specific items, grouped by regions like Ancient Egypt, Classical Greece, and Arts of Asia, culminating in a discussion of ethical challenges.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Publifye
• Seitenzahl: 72
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. Februar 2025
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788233998318
• Artikelnr.: 73471619