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—The Society for the History of Collecting

Ada Louise Huxtable won a Pulitzer Prize for her criticism

introduces the book’s main themes with a discussion of gods and heroes in ancient Greek and Roman gardens

These markers commemorating the dead were traditionally placed along roads near the entrances to cities

Scarab Link Glass Bracelet For the Traveler 238 b/w illustrationsThis cast glass link bracelet features a strand of luminous scarabs and a simple toggle closure for easy wear. Scarabs were worn as magical amulets in the ancient world, symbolizing protection and renewal. The original model was created from an authentic ancient scarab, then used to cast each glass form, inspired by examples in the Museums collection. Made exclusively for the Getty Museum. Dimensions: 6 3 4 inches L with 1 inch extender Materials: