Treasures of Ukraine

Name: Treasures of Ukraine
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9780500026038
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A Nation’s Cultural Heritage

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Treasures of Ukraine celebrates Ukraine's rich cultural heritage through stunning visuals and narratives. It explores the diverse artistry found within the country's history, architecture, and artefacts, highlighting the unique and profound aspects of Ukrainian arts and culture. This comprehensive guide provides readers with a deeper appreciation of Ukraine's artistic contributions to the world.
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This book may appeal to you if you have an interest in exploring the rich cultural and historical treasures of Ukraine. It offers a captivating journey through the country's artistic heritage, showcasing its unique artefacts and artistic achievements that reflect centuries of fascinating history and culture.

A celebration of Ukraine's rich cultural heritage bringing to light the country's most important works of art and architectural monuments from prehistory to the present.

A celebration of Ukraine's rich cultural heritage, drawing on over 100 of the country's most important works of art and architectural monuments from prehistory to the present

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A celebration of Ukraine's rich cultural heritage, drawing on over 100 of the country's most important works of art and architectural monuments from prehistory to the present.

Showcasing more than one hundred objects and buildings—from Byzantine icons and wooden churches to gold-domed cathedrals, folk art, and avant-garde masterpieces—Treasures of Ukraine chronicles the rich arts and heritage of a country currently facing destruction and devastation.

The significance of the pieces is explained by renowned artists, curators, and critics, revealing the nation's complex history and its impact on the present. From the development of ancient cultures like Trypillia and Scythia to early states such as Kyivan Rus and the Cossack Hetmanate, to the dawn of Modernism and the striking contemporary paintings and political artworks being produced today, Treasures of Ukraine reminds us that art and monuments represent powerful sources of collective memory and identity.

All proceeds will be donated to PEN Ukraine, to help Ukrainian authors in need and support museums in Ukraine.

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Treasures of Ukraine is widely praised for its timely celebration of Ukraine's rich artistic and cultural heritage, particularly amidst the country's current challenges. Critics highlight its role as an enlightening guide detailing the distinct identity of Ukraine through its historical and artistic evolution. The book’s captivating illustrations and contributions from noted academics and curators provide a comprehensive look into Ukraine’s diverse art forms, from ancient to modern art, offering a corrective to oversimplified historical narratives.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500026038

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 267 Illustrations

Contributors:

Foreword by Andrey Kurkov
Contributions by Andriy Puchkov
Contributions by Christian Raffensperger
Contributions by Diana Klochko
Contributions by Maksym Yaremenko
Contributions by Alisa Lozhkina
Contributions by Myroslava M. Mudrak
Contributions by Oleksandr Soloviev
Contributions by Victoria Burlaka

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 172.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 780g

Pages: 256

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Arts & Culture History & Archaeology History & Military Non-Fiction

About the Author

Andrey Kurkov is Ukraine's most acclaimed living novelist and public commentator. Andriy Puchkov is a specialist in Ukrainian architecture and author of more than two dozen monographs. Christian Raffensperger is professor of history and department chair at Wittenberg University. Diana Klochko is a prominent art historian and author of 65 Masterpieces of Ukrainian Art. Maksym Yaremenko is Professor at the Department of History at the National University of Kyiv Mohyla Academy. Alisa Lozhkina is an art historian, critic and author of Permanent Revolution: Art in Ukraine, XX-early XXI century. Myroslava M. Mudrak is Professor Emeritus of Art History at the Ohio State University and a member of the National Academy of Arts of Ukraine. Oleksandr Soloviev is a leading art critic and a local expert in contemporary art; Victoria Burlaka also specializes in contemporary art.