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November 18, 2009–February 8, 2010 at the Getty Villa

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History of Restoration of Stone Sculptures


History of Restoration of Stone Sculptures
Edited by Janet Burnett Grossman, Jerry Podany, and Marion True

Academics, archaeologists, museum curators, conservators, and a marble sculptor discuss varying approaches to restoration of ancient stone sculptures.
(Paperback, $60.00)

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Looking at Greek and Roman Sculpture in Stone


Looking at Greek and Roman Sculpture in Stone
A Guide to Terms, Styles, and Techniques
By Janet Burnett Grossman

This fully illustrated guide defines terms related to Greek and Roman sculpture often encountered by museumgoers.
(Paperback, $16.95)

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The Herculaneum Women


The Herculaneum Women
History, Context, Identities
By Jens Daehner, Kordelia Knoll, Christiane Vorster, and Moritz Woelk

Presented here for the first time is the comprehensive story of the famous Herculaneum Women—three life-size statues uncovered around 1710—including their discovery, history, restoration, and interpretation.
(Hardcover, $50.00)

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