{"title":"Cyril Aldred","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by Cyril Aldred, a distinguished Egyptologist renowned for his extensive research and publications in the field of Egyptian art and culture. Aldred's contributions have significantly expanded public understanding of ancient Egyptian civilisation, and his works remain a staple for enthusiasts of art history and Egyptology alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout works in this collection is the captivating book \u003cem\u003eEgyptian Art\u003c\/em\u003e, which delves into the intricate world of ancient Egyptian aesthetics. Aldred's clear and engaging writing style makes the complex nuances of Egyptian art accessible to both beginners and seasoned scholars. By exploring the symbolic and historical significance behind traditional artworks, Aldred provides readers with a deep appreciation for the splendour of ancient Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is perfect for those intrigued by \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, particularly those who wish to explore the artistic legacy of one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Whether you're a student, educator, or simply someone with a passion for ancient cultures, Cyril Aldred's insightful and well-researched books are sure to enrich your understanding and appreciation of the ancient world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"egyptian-art-by-bill-manley-9780500204283","title":"Egyptian Art","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe art and architecture of Egypt during the age of the pharaohs capture the imagination of the modern world. Vivid, graceful forms decorating monuments that emanated ambition and authority spark our wonder about this distant culture. Ever youthful and elegant men and women encounter odd, animal-headed gods and monsters amid scenes of work and leisure, in a paradise of plain, bright colours, where hieroglyphic texts hint at grand ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tombs and temples of ancient Egypt reveal how art and monumental building first flowered at the heart of civilisation. Among the great creative achievements of ancient Egypt, we discover a set of constant forms: archetypes in art and architecture that state clearly and concisely the contemporary view of authority, divinity, beauty, and meaning. Whether adapted to fine, delicate jewellery or colossal statues, these forms maintain a human face, with human ideas and emotions as their explicit inspiration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese artistic templates, and the ideas they articulated, were refined and reinvented through dozens of centuries, until scenes first created for the earliest kings, around 3000 BC, were used to represent Roman emperors and the last officials of pre-Christian Egypt. \u003cem\u003eEgyptian Art\u003c\/em\u003e by Bill Manley and Cyril Aldred draws on the finest works of this uniquely successful and enduringly compelling civilisation over more than 3,000 years. The book includes celebrated masterpieces, from the Narmer palette to Tutankhamun's gold mask, as well as their contexts of origin in the tombs, temples, and palaces of the pharaohs and their citizens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47340772622572,"sku":"9780500204283","price":29.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/1863693482366.jpg?v=1772168025"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/cyril-aldred.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}