Ancient Faces: Mummy Portraits in Roman Egypt

From the first major discoveries the painted portraits of Roman Egypt were a revelation to scholars and the public alike, and the recent finding of a new cache of these gilded images, which made national headlines, have only heightened their mystery and appeal. Published in 2000, Ancient Faces is a comprehensive, survey of these works of art.

Author: Susan Walker
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 02/24/2000
Pages: 168
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 10.86h x 8.67w x 0.54d
ISBN: 9780415927451

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 04/01/2000 pg. 94
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2000 pg. 167
Library Journal 03/15/2000

About the Author

Susan Walker is Deputy Keeper of the Department of Greek and Roman Antiquities, the British Museum. Her publications include Greek and Roman Portraits and RomanArt.