The Logie Collection

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The Logie Collection is an essential hardback catalogue detailing an extraordinary selection of antiquities from the captivating realms of ancient Greece and Rome. With dimensions of 215 x 215 mm and 424 pages of richly illustrated content, this remarkable publication, authored by J.R. Green and published by Canterbury University Press, offers an in-depth exploration of 248 unique objects from the University of Canterbury's prestigious Logie Collection. The meticulously curated assortment features exquisite Greek pottery renowned worldwide, alongside a diverse range of artifacts such as Early Bronze Age tomb-groups from Cyprus, stunning marble and terracotta portraits, glassware from Roman Britain, and intricate funerary inscriptions from Rome. The collection also includes stone reliefs from Egypt and pottery from ancient Etruria, making it a treasure trove for history enthusiasts and collectors alike. This catalogue not only showcases beautiful images but also invites readers to appreciate the cultural significance and historical context of each piece within this outstanding collection, which began in the 1950s as a tribute to university registrar James Logie. Our Australian and New Zealand customers benefit from fast delivery, with no unexpected import charges or customs duties, ensuring a hassle-free shopping experience. We happily combine shipping for multiple orders, so you can fully indulge in the historical richness of antiquities while supporting a NZ-owned business located in Auckland. Immerse yourself in the allure of the Logie Collection and bring home a piece of history today.

CONDITION: Brand New
Dimensions: 215 x 215 mm
Pages: 424
Bind: hardback
Author: J.R. Green Publisher: Canterbury University Press
Publication Date: 01-06-2009

The University of Canterbury's Logie Collection is an outstanding selection of antiquities from the Greek and Roman world. It includes high quality pottery from Classical Greece, some of it world famous, and also a range of other material such as tomb-groups from the Early Bronze Age of Cyprus, marble and terracotta portraits and figurines, glass from Roman Britain, funerary inscriptions from Rome, stone reliefs from Egypt, and pottery from ancient Etruria. The collection began in the 1950s in memory of the former registrar of the university, James Logie. This superbly illustrated catalogue provides a description of the complete collection of 248 objects, together with discussion of their place in the contemporary world.

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