{"product_id":"houses-and-monuments-of-pompeii-xxl-edition","title":"Houses and Monuments of Pompeii XXL Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eTravel back to ancient Pompeii through one of the most extraordinary visual records of the lost Roman city. \u003cstrong\u003eFausto \u0026amp; Felice Niccolini: Houses and Monuments of Pompeii\u003c\/strong\u003e is a monumental Taschen facsimile of the brothers’ celebrated 19th-century publication \u003cem\u003eLe case ed i monumenti di Pompei\u003c\/em\u003e, first issued in Naples beginning in 1854.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated as excavations at Pompeii were entering a new scholarly era, the Niccolinis used the emerging technique of color lithography to document the city in remarkable detail. More than 400 color plates reveal Pompeii’s architecture, frescoes, sculptures, floor plans, household objects, shops, temples, theaters, baths, and private residences — an intimate look at everyday life before the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaschen’s facsimile preserves the complete collection of plates and adds introductory essays by Sebastian Schütze and Valentin Kockel on the history of the excavations and the lasting influence of Pompeian art on architecture, painting, and interior design. At nearly 16 inches tall and more than 14 pounds, it is as much a decorative object as an archaeology volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taschen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fausto \u0026amp; Felice Niccolini, with essays by Sebastian Schütze and Valentin Kockel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e XXL hardcover, 648 pages, 11.2 x 15.6 in., approx. 14.7 lbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Over 400 color lithograph plates of Pompeian architecture, frescoes, sculpture and household objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classical antiquity, archaeology, decorative arts, art history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Coffee table styling, studies and libraries, classicists, collectors, design lovers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStyling Suggestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe turquoise and gold of the cover is a colour story in itself, so let it face up rather than hiding it in a stack. It anchors a coffee table beautifully alongside stone or plaster objects, and looks at home in a study with dark wood and warm lamplight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Perfect Gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA striking gift for lovers of Pompeii, ancient Rome, Italian history, classical architecture, archaeology, and art history. Ideal for retirements, milestone birthdays, graduations, and holiday gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho were Fausto and Felice Niccolini?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Niccolini brothers were Neapolitan artists and archaeological illustrators whose multi-volume study of Pompeii, begun in 1854, became a foundational visual reference for the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the plates original lithographs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey are faithful facsimile reproductions. Taschen preserves the complete set of over 400 hand-coloured lithograph plates from the original publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a scholarly book or a decorative one?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth. The plates and essays make it a serious reference on Pompeian art and archaeology, while the XXL format makes it a genuine statement piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is this book?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn XXL hardcover measuring 11.2 x 15.6 inches and weighing about 14.7 pounds. Multilingual edition in English, French, and German. ISBN 978-3-8365-5687-3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Shop Mood by DMJ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMood by DMJ is Lafayette, Louisiana’s destination for elevated home, art, and lifestyle objects. Our curated Taschen library is selected for its design integrity, craftsmanship, and timeless appeal. Shop in-store or online with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taschen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49317117329563,"sku":null,"price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/0324\/0859\/files\/taschen-niccolini-houses-and-monuments-of-pompeii-xxl-book.png?v=1787078882","url":"https:\/\/moodbydmj.com\/products\/houses-and-monuments-of-pompeii-xxl-edition","provider":"Mood by DMJ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}