One in a series of works inspired by the collections of the British Museum, this pocket treasury presents a visual introduction to the chosen theme. A short text accompanies each image which relates its origin, puts it in context, and explains why it is important.
- Series: Pocket Treasuries
- Hardcover: 64 pages
- Publisher: British Museum Press (April 1996)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0714120995
- ISBN-13: 978-0714120997
