Timeless in their beauty and appeal, these designs come from one of the great art traditions of the ancient world. Culled from rare and authentic sources, more than 270 color and black-and-white illustrations include gods and goddesses, animals, priests, and dancers — plus stunning geometric de... read more
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Timeless in their beauty and appeal, these designs come from one of the great art traditions of the ancient world. Culled from rare and authentic sources, more than 270 color and black-and-white illustrations include gods and goddesses, animals, priests, and dancers — plus stunning geometric designs, hieroglyphics, and more.
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