Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul

A Rich Visual Journey into Afghanistan’s Archaeological Legacy

Product Details

• Title: Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul

• Format: Paperback

• Pages: 302

• Publisher: AGIEI (2014)

• Language: English

• ISBN-10: 1921833289

• ISBN-13: 978-1921833281

Overview

Step into the heart of ancient Central Asia through Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum, Kabul, a profound exhibition catalog that showcases Afghanistan's rich and diverse cultural heritage. This beautifully illustrated volume explores the stunning artifacts recovered from archaeological sites across Afghanistan, many of which had been hidden during years of conflict and only recently rediscovered.

The book brings together objects that span thousands of years—from the Bronze Age to the time of the Silk Road—including intricate gold jewelry, painted glassware, stone carvings, and coins. It also highlights the resilience of the Afghan people and the curators who risked their lives to preserve these treasures from destruction.

Key Features

• Includes bibliographical references for deeper academic study

• Covers collections of cultural property, antiquities, and archaeological findings from the National Museum of Afghanistan

• Explores Greco-Roman, Indian, and Persian influences across Afghanistan’s long history

• Lavishly illustrated with full-color images and expert commentary

• Ideal for scholars, museum lovers, and cultural historians

Interesting Themes

• The hidden history of Afghanistan’s cultural crossroads

• The preservation of heritage in the face of war

• The Silk Road’s influence on Central Asian art and society

• Stories of courage behind the museum’s survival

Perfect For

• Historians and archaeologists

• Museum curators and cultural preservationists

• Art and design students

• Readers interested in Middle Eastern and Central Asian heritage

• Collectors of historical exhibition books

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