Women and Beauty in Pompeii
Author | : Antonio D'Ambrosio |
Publisher | : Getty Publications |
Total Pages | : 76 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-10 | : 0892366311 |
ISBN-13 | : 9780892366316 |
Rating | : 4/5 (316 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Women and Beauty in Pompeii by : Antonio D'Ambrosio
Download or read book Women and Beauty in Pompeii written by Antonio D'Ambrosio and published by Getty Publications. This book was released on 2001 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A well illustrated book on the beautiful women of Pompeii, including a discussion of the means by which they took care of their bodies and the various ornaments and jewellery with which they adorned themselves. Ambrosio looks at aspects of hygiene and bathing, the use of cosmetics and perfume and hair styling through the use of artistic evidence.