Ancient Art and Ritual

Ancient Art and Ritual is a book written by Jane Ellen Harrison, first published in 1913. It is a comprehensive study of the art and rituals of ancient civilizations, particularly those of Greece and Rome. The book explores the relationship between art and ritual in these societies and how they were used to express religious and social beliefs. Harrison examines the symbolism and meaning behind various ancient art forms, such as pottery, sculpture, and architecture, and how they were employed in religious ceremonies and everyday life. She also delves into the role of women in ancient societies and their contributions to art and ritual. The book is a seminal work in the field of classics and has been influential in shaping our understanding of ancient art and culture.1913. Contents: Art and Ritual, Primitive Ritual; Periodic Ceremonies: Spring Festival; Primitive Spring Dance or Dithyramb, in Greece; Transition from Ritual to Art; Greek Sculpture; Ritual, Art and Life; Bibliography.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.