Eroticism in Pompeii
Author | : Antonio Varone |
Publisher | : Oxford University Press, USA |
Total Pages | : 128 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015055095007 |
ISBN-13 | : |
Rating | : 4/5 (07 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Eroticism in Pompeii by : Antonio Varone
Download or read book Eroticism in Pompeii written by Antonio Varone and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2001 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An illustrated guide to the erotic images of Pompeii, as depicted in wall paintings, mosaics, ceramic decoration and relief sculpture. Individual chapters focus on the depiction of the phallus, irony and parody, eroticism at banquets, in the public, private and sacred spheres.