The Unknown Catacomb

The Unknown Catacomb
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Publisher : Geddes & Grosset, Limited
Total Pages : 186
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ISBN-10 : UCSC:32106018851631
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Book Synopsis The Unknown Catacomb by : Antonio Ferrua

Download or read book The Unknown Catacomb written by Antonio Ferrua and published by Geddes & Grosset, Limited. This book was released on 1991 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During excavation work in 1955, a unique discovery of early Christian art was made in Rome. Below the city was a catacomb system containing a unique and previously unknown collection of paintings and decoration. This book tells of the discovery and of the research and preservation work carried out to conserve it.


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