The Gayer-Anderson Cat

The Gayer-Anderson Cat
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Publisher : Object in Focus
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ISBN-10 : 0714119733
ISBN-13 : 9780714119731
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Book Synopsis The Gayer-Anderson Cat by : Neal Spencer

Download or read book The Gayer-Anderson Cat written by Neal Spencer and published by Object in Focus. This book was released on 2007 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Gayer-Anderson Cat has been one of the most admired objects at the British Museum since its arrival in 1947. This book presents a detailed description of the cat and a discussion of its possible meaning and role in ancient times. Surprising new finds from scientific analyses are presented for the first time, shedding light on the cats somewhat traumatic modern history, from its acquisition by the British Army major and avid antiquities collector John Gayer-Anderson to its donation to the British Museum. The fascinating narrative is complemented by outstanding new photography.


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