INFORMATION
Author(s): Madeleine Huwiler, Sebastian Schütze
Print length: 514 pages
Dimensions: 26.4 x 34.8 x 4.4 cm
Format: Hardcover
Price: 2.339.000 VND
Weight: 3.42 kg
Publisher: TASCHEN
Publication year: 2022
INTRODUCTION
“D’Hancarville. The Complete Collection of Antiquities from the Cabinet of Sir William Hamilton” by Madeleine Huwiler and Sebastian Schütze revives the neoclassical masterpiece that documented one of the most celebrated collections of ancient Greek vases in the 18th century. This TASCHEN edition spans 514 pages and reproduces the original catalog Les Antiquités d’Hancarville, commissioned by Sir William Hamilton to record his collection before its transfer to the British Museum.
Through precise illustrations and detailed commentary, the book explores the classical world of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Vesuvius. Each vase is presented with extraordinary attention to detail, highlighting craftsmanship, decorative motifs, and the artistic techniques of antiquity. The accompanying texts provide historical background, tracing the cultural significance of these objects and their influence on European art and design.
More than a facsimile, this edition situates Hamilton’s collection within its broader cultural and historical impact. It demonstrates how the catalog fueled archaeological study, inspired neoclassical taste, and shaped the development of decorative arts across Europe.
Lavishly produced with TASCHEN’s hallmark quality, “D’Hancarville. The Complete Collection of Antiquities from the Cabinet of Sir William Hamilton” stands as an essential reference for art historians, collectors, and enthusiasts of classical antiquity. Combining scholarly insight with visual magnificence, it offers readers a rare opportunity to experience the enduring legacy of ancient Greek art through one of history’s most famous collections.
