Margaret H. Longhurst
'Catalogue of Carvings in Ivory, Part 2' is a comprehensive and scholarly reference work detailing the extensive collection of ivory sculptures held within the Victoria and Albert Museum’s Department of Architecture and Sculpture. Compiled by the esteemed art historian Margaret H. Longhurst, this volume provides an in-depth exploration of the craftsmanship, iconography, and historical context of ivory works from the late medieval period through the Renaissance and beyond.The catalogue serves as an essential resource for art historians, collectors, and students of the decorative arts. It features meticulous descriptions of numerous artifacts, including religious diptychs, secular caskets, and intricate statuettes. Each entry examines the stylistic nuances and regional characteristics of the carvings, offering insights into the evolution of ivory working techniques across Europe and the Near East. By documenting these fragile and precious objects, the work preserves the legacy of one of the world’s finest collections of small-scale sculpture. This volume remains a foundational text for anyone seeking to understand the artistic significance and enduring beauty of ivory as a medium for creative expression throughout the centuries.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
