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Collezione Jatta Fasc. VI. Ruvo Di Puglia. Ceramica Attica a Figure Rosse e a Figure Nere: Corpus Vasorum Antiquorum. Italia, LXXXVI

di Giudice, Giada

This book, authored by Elvia Giudice and Giada Giudice, provides a comprehensive overview of the Attic black-figure and red-figure ceramics housed in the Jatta National Museum in Ruvo di Puglia, Italy. The work covers the historical collection of these ceramics, tracing their origins back to the end of the 18th century and focusing on their significant archaeological findings in the 19th century. The book aims to document and analyze the vast collection, which includes around 2000 artifacts, many of which are believed to be found in Ruvo or its surroundings. It also highlights the collection's historical significance and the efforts made by collectors like Giovanni Jatta to preserve these cultural artifacts. The intended audience includes archaeologists, historians, and those interested in ancient ceramics and museum studies.