Greek and Roman Methods of Painting
Some Comments on the Statements Made by Pliny and Vitruvius about Wall and Panel Painting

Originally published in 1910, this book analyses Greek and Roman painting techniques, using evidence from ancient writings and archaeological remains.

A. P. Laurie (Author)

9781107416307, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 17 July 2014

140 pages
19.8 x 12.9 x 0.8 cm, 0.15 kg

Originally published in 1910, this book analyses Greek and Roman painting techniques, using evidence from ancient writings and archaeological remains, including those from Pompeii. Laurie examines how ancient artists could have created certain colours from natural ingredients and the influence of ancient Egyptian methods on Graeco-Roman artists over time. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in ancient art and artistic techniques.

Greek and Roman methods of painting: some comments on the statements made by Pliny and Vitruvius about wall and panel painting.

Subject Areas: Classical history / classical civilisation [HBLA1]