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Exploring the significant role of cattle in human culture, this book showcases a diverse array of artistic representations, spanning from Paleolithic drawings to the Parthenon Frieze and Pictish carvings. It highlights the unique personalities and symbolism associated with cattle throughout history, revealing their influence in art, mythology, and religion. The illustrations provide a comprehensive look at how these animals have shaped human expression across different eras and styles.
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Cattle: History, Myth, Art, Catherine Johns
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- 2011
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- Title
- Cattle: History, Myth, Art
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Catherine Johns
- Publisher
- British Museum Press
- Publisher
- 2011
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 192
- ISBN13
- 9780714150840
- Category
- Art / Culture
- Description
- Exploring the significant role of cattle in human culture, this book showcases a diverse array of artistic representations, spanning from Paleolithic drawings to the Parthenon Frieze and Pictish carvings. It highlights the unique personalities and symbolism associated with cattle throughout history, revealing their influence in art, mythology, and religion. The illustrations provide a comprehensive look at how these animals have shaped human expression across different eras and styles.