Archaeologist who became a leading authority on the history of Greek art, with a particular interest in gems and finger rings
As a student, John Boardman, who has died aged 96, was able to recite by heart texts in Attic Greek, the form of the language used in ancient Athens. But while studying classics at Magdalene College, Cambridge, he encountered two archaeologists whose work encouraged him to apply that flair to the study of classical objects: Charles Seltman showed him coins, and Robert Cook vases.
To these he added carved gems, sculpture and architecture, on all of which he became a leading authority, and the author of more than 30 books.
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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/science/2024/jun/19/john-boardman-obituary
Author : Paul Cartledge
Publish date : 2024-06-19 16:12:44
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