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Dogs in Athenian Sculpture and Vase Painting of the Archaic and Classical Periods
Margariti, Katia (Research Associate, Department of Classics of the University of Reading)
Dogs in Athenian Sculpture and Vase Painting of the Archaic and Classical Periods
Margariti, Katia (Research Associate, Department of Classics of the University of Reading)
This book analyses the iconography of dogs in Athenian art, highlighting their roles as companions, hunters, pets, and status symbols. It explores their presence in various aspects of ancient Greek life, their association with gods and heroes, and their depiction in funerary reliefs, reflecting the deep human-canine bond.
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | May 15, 2025 |
ISBN13 | 9781803279978 |
Publishers | Archaeopress |
Pages | 422 |
Dimensions | 291 × 204 × 24 mm · 1.45 kg |
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