An Illustrated Dictionary of Words used in Art and Archaeology: Explaining terms frequently used in works on architecture, arms, bronzes, Christian art, colour, costume, decoration, devices, emblems, heraldry, lace, personal ornaments, pottery, painting, sculpture, &c., with their derivations.

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Mollett's dictionary becomes a visual encyclopedia of artistic history, mapping the linguistic DNA of creation itself—every term a doorway into how artists across centuries spoke the language of beauty. It's an indispensable companion for anyone who wants to decode the intentions behind great art.

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