Sarv e Naz Robert Surieu Nagel 1967 Erotic Themes Ancient Iran

by Robert Surieu; James Hogarth (Trans)

$60 · Offered by eBay

Robert Surieu · Nagel Publishers, Geneva · 1967 · "Unknown Treasures" Series, Vol. VI SARV E NAZ An Essay on Love and Erotic Themes in Ancient Iran · Robert Surieu · Nagel Publishers, 1967 · Very Good "Sarv e Naz: An Essay on Love and the Representation of Erotic Themes in Ancient Iran" by Robert Surieu, published by Nagel Publishers of Geneva in 1967 as the sixth volume in their respected scholarly "Unknown Treasures" series. This large-format hardcover presents a serious art-historical study of love and erotic imagery in ancient and classical Persian art, illustrated with 176 plates — 131 in colour (several tipped in) and 45 in black and white — drawn from Persian miniature painting, sculpture, and decorative arts. A genuinely scholarly work from an established European academic publisher, and a recognized title among collectors of Persian/Iranian art history and the history of erotic art as a serious collecting field. Very good condition book; the dust jacket shows damage, with part of the front panel missing — please review all photos closely for jacket condition. Condition ✓ BookVery good condition. Text block clean, binding tight. ✓ Dust JacketDamaged — part of front panel missing. Please review all photos closely. ✓ Illustrations176 plates present and intact (131 colour, 45 b&w). Details & Specifications AuthorRobert Surieu TitleSarv e Naz: An Essay on Love and the Representation of Erotic Themes in Ancient Iran PublisherNagel Publishers, Geneva Year1967 Series"Unknown

• Publisher: Nagel Publishers
• Year: 1967
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Good

Found via Rare Books Intel, a search across rare-book dealers, auction houses and marketplaces worldwide.