Art Patronage of Catherine the Great (1762-1796)

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Exuberance of Meaning: The Art Patronage of Catherine the Great (1762-1796). Asen Kirin (curator), et al. This companion book to an exhibition in 2013-2014 at the Georgia Musuem of Art catalogues more than 60 works of art and books, most of which Catherine the Great commissioned for her own use or for the courtiers who received them as gifts. From the dj - "[it] examines Catherine's use of art patronage as a tool to solidify her grasp on power through her evocation of both the classical past and Byzantine heritage. In essays that focus in depth on the Orlov vase, the Buch chalice, and the Green Frog Service, [it] takes a close look at the intricate symbolism each object evokes and the 'exuberance of meaning' each was meant to convey."

GA (Athens}: Georgia Museum of Art, University of Georgia, 2013. 230 pages. Hardcover with dustjacket in a clear protective jacket cover. Royal purple illustrated endpapers, many full color and black and white illustrations. In about fine condition, text near fine. 1 copy only.