Naples and Vesuvius on the Grand Tour
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From december 22 2001 to march 24 2002 |
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Archæology
Ancient art
Graphic art
Rare books, fine bindings
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| Sir William Hamilton served as British ambassador to Naples, 1764 to 1800. A passionate collector of art and antiquities, Hamilton was a knowledgeable guide and genteel host to visitors on the Grand Tour. Featured are Hamilton's four volumes on his vase collection and a number of related rare books, prints, art, and collectibles on Naples. |
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 | | Pierre d'Hancarville, Antiquités étrusques, grecques et romaines
tirées du cabinet de M. William Hamilton, vol.4 (Naples, 1767)
Title pages, 1766-1767
hand-colored etchings
Collection : The J. Paul Getty Museum |
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