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1 Sacred Luxuries Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise; Forman, Werner |
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Mugwump Books |
Bx-26: Cornell University Press. 1999. Hardcover. 0801437202 . Hardcover. 4to. Cornell University Press. 1999. 160 pgs. DJ in excellent shape, unclipped and with no tears present. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks, binding tight and solid, boards clean with no wear present. BX-26; 0.7 x 10.7 x 9.8 Inches; 160 pages . Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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2 Sacred Luxuries - Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
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Librairie Bernard Letu |
London, England: Opus , 1999 160 pages - in English - 100 color illustrations - photography by Werner Forman - a professor of Egyptology and author took from ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources to describe the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egypt, their preparation and, even, recipes - biblio., ancient Egyptian terms and index. . Cloth-. New-/New-. 28 x 24 cms.. Opus 0953554600 |
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3 Sacred Luxuries - Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
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Galerie-Librairie Bernard Letu S.A. (VEBUKU/SLACES) |
London, England Opus 1999, New- Cloth- New- 160 pages - in English - 100 color illustrations - photography by Werner Forman - a professor of Egyptology and author took from ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources to describe the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egypt, their preparation and, even, recipes - biblio., ancient Egyptian terms and index. |
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4 Sacred Luxuries - Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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MANNICHE, LISE |
73.65 |
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Librairie Bernard Letu [Switzerland] |
London, England, Opus. 1999. (ISBN: 0953554600) Cloth-, 28 x 24 cms. 160 pages - in English - 100 color illustrations - photography by Werner Forman - a professor of Egyptology and author took from ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources to describe the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egypt, their preparation and, even, recipes - biblio. ancient Egyptian terms and index. New-/New-. |
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5 Sacred Luxuries - Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
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Librairie Bernard Letu |
[publisher: Opus, London, England] 160 pages - in English - 100 color illustrations - photography by Werner Forman - a professor of Egyptology and author took from ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources to describe the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egypt, their preparation and, even, recipes - biblio., ancient Egyptian terms and index. [Geneva, ., Switzerland] |
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6 Sacred Luxuries - Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt [ isbn 9780801437205 ][Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
84.41 |
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Boekstra |
[publisher: Cornell Univ Pr] 160pp Hardbound [ASSEN, DR, Netherlands] |
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7 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
20.77 |
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Bygone Books |
Opus Publishing Ltd, London, 1999. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near New/Near new. Illustrator: Werner Forman. book and dustjacket in "as new "condition. Illustrator: Werner Forman. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Egyptology ISBN: 0953554600 Inventory No: 11877. . Opus Publishing Ltd 0953554600 |
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8 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
18.32 |
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The Book Tree |
Opus Publishing, 1999 A very good copy in a very good dust jacket. Dust jacket just very slightly curling at the top. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. Opus Publishing 0953554600 |
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9 SACRED LUXURIES : FRAGRANCE, AROMATHERAPY, AND COSMETICS IN ANCIENT EGYPT ; [by] Lise Manniche ; photographs by Werner Forman[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
45.00 |
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Calvello Books |
New York Cornell University Press 1999 Hardcover As New / Mint (an unread copy). Still sealed in shrinkwrap. Never opened. Folio in color illus DJ; 160 p. : numerous col. ill. ; 28 cm; bibliographical references (p. 150) and index. Sections entitled: Ingredients -- Scent in the temple -- Kyphi and Tiryac -- Recipes for luxury -- Scent for love and rebirth -- Fragrant remedies -- The art of cosmetics. // Perfumes -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt -- History. Cosmetics -- Social aspects -- Egypt -- History. Perfume -- history -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- history -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- history -- Egypt. Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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10 SACRED LUXURIES : FRAGRANCE, AROMATHERAPY, AND COSMETICS IN ANCIENT EGYPT ; [by] Lise Manniche ; photographs by Werner Forman.[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise. |
45.00 |
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Calvello Books |
UNITED STATES Folio in color illus DJ; 160 p. : numerous col. ill. ; 28 cm; bibliographical references (p. 150) and index. Hardcover condition: As New / Mint (an unread copy). Still sealed in shrinkwrap. Never opened. Sections entitled: Ingredients -- Scent in the temple -- Kyphi and Tiryac -- Recipes for luxury -- Scent for love and rebirth -- Fragrant remedies -- The art of cosmetics. // Perfumes -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt -- History. Cosmetics -- Social aspects -- Egypt -- History. Perfume -- history -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- history -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- history -- Egypt. New York Cornell University Press 1999 |
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11 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
137.00 |
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Expatriate Bookshop of Denmark |
Minor rubbing. VG., dustwrapper. Textual illustrations Egyptian Aromatherapy Cornell University Press Ithaca [NY] 1999 orig.boards 30x20cm, 160 pp "Drawing on Arabic and other sources, Manniche explores the application of perfumes in ritual and on special occasions, and examines the erotic connotations of scent in Egyptian art and poetry. The text is illustrated with colour photographs" - Publisher"s description. Cornell University Press |
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12 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
27.79 |
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Terra Australis Books |
Ithaca, New York, U.S.A.: Cornell University Press, 1999. Usual library marks. 160 pages with colour illustrations. Looks at the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egyptian society and discusses their preparation - in some cases providing actual recipes. . Hard Cover. Very Good/Good. 4to - over 9!" - 12" Tall. Ex-Library. Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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13 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
98.00 |
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Expatriate Bookshop of Denmark |
DENMARK Textual illustrations orig.boards 30x20cm dustwrapper. 160 pp Minor rubbing. VG. Cornell University Press Ithaca [NY] 1999 "Drawing on Arabic and other sources, Manniche explores the application of perfumes in ritual and on special occasions, and examines the erotic connotations of scent in Egyptian art and poetry. The text is illustrated with colour photographs" - Publisher"s description. |
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14 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Bygone Books [UK] |
Opus Publishing Ltd. London, 1999. First Edition, Hard Cover, Illustrated by: Werner Forman. Near New/Near new. book and dustjacket in "as new "condition. Illustrator: Werner Forman. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Egyptology ISBN: 0953554600 Inventory No: 11877. |
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15 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
21.37 |
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Bygone Books |
[publisher: Opus Publishing Ltd., London] First Edition book and dustjacket in 'as new 'condition. Illustrator: Werner Forman. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Egyptology ISBN: 0953554600 Inventory No: 11877. [Fleet, Hampshire, , United Kingdom] |
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16 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
18.85 |
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The Book Tree |
[publisher: Opus Publishing] A very good copy in a very good dust jacket. Dust jacket just very slightly curling at the top [Devizes, WIL, United Kingdom] |
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17 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
34.28 |
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Theologia Books |
[publisher: Opus Publishing Limited, London] Very good hardback copy in very good dustjacket. 160 pages, colour illustrations throughout, 11" x 9.5" (28x24cms) [La Charite sur Loire, ., France] |
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18 SACRED LUXURIES : FRAGRANCE, AROMATHERAPY, AND COSMETICS IN ANCIENT EGYPT ; [by] Lise Manniche ; photographs by Werner Forman.[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise. |
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Calvello Books |
[publisher: Cornell University Press, New York] Folio in color illus DJ; 160 p. : numerous col. ill. ; 28 cm; bibliographical references (p. 150) and index. Sections entitled: Ingredients -- Scent in the temple -- Kyphi and Tiryac -- Recipes for luxury -- Scent for love and rebirth -- Fragrant remedies -- The art of cosmetics. // Perfumes -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt -- History. Cosmetics -- Social aspects -- Egypt -- History. Perfume -- history -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- history -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- history -- Egypt. As New / Mint (an unread copy). Still sealed in shrinkwrap. Never opened. [San Francisco, CA, U.S.A.] |
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19 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt ;: [by] Lise Manniche ; photographs by Werner Forman.[Buy it!]
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MANNICHE, LISE. |
45.00 |
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Calvello Books [USA] |
New York, Cornell University Press, 1999. Folio in color illus DJ; 160 p. : numerous col. ill. ; 28 cm; bibliographical references (p. 150) and index.. Hardcover. ISBN: 0801437202. As New / Mint (an unread copy). Still sealed in shrinkwrap. Never opened., Sections entitled: Ingredients -- Scent in the temple -- Kyphi and Tiryac -- Recipes for luxury -- Scent for love and rebirth -- Fragrant remedies -- The art of cosmetics. // Perfumes -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- Egypt -- History. Cosmetics -- Social aspects -- Egypt -- History. Perfume -- history -- Egypt. Aromatherapy -- history -- Egypt. Cosmetics -- history -- Egypt. |
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20 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
98.00 |
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Expatriate Bookshop of Denmark |
[publisher: Cornell University Press, Ithaca [NY]] orig.boards Minor rubbing. VG., dustwrapper. Textual illustrations 30x20cm, 160 pp "Drawing on Arabic and other sources, Manniche explores the application of perfumes in ritual and on special occasions, and examines the erotic connotations of scent in Egyptian art and poetry. The text is illustrated with colour photographs" - Publisher's description. Minor rubbing. VG., dustwrapper. [Svendborg, , Denmark] |
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21 Sacred Luxuries : Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
28.39 |
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Terra Australis Books |
[publisher: Cornell University Press, Ithaca, New York, U.S.A.] Usual library marks. 160 pages with colour illustrations. Looks at the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egyptian society and discusses their preparation - in some cases providing actual recipes. [Daisy Hill, QLD, Australia] |
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22 Sacred Luxuries Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise; Forman, Werner |
49.95 |
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Mugwump Books |
UNITED STATES Hardcover Hardcover. 4to. Cornell University Press. 1999. 160 pgs. DJ in excellent shape, unclipped and with no tears present. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks, binding tight and solid, boards clean with no wear present. BX-26; 0.7 x 10.7 x 9.8 Inches; 160 pages 1999 Bx-26 Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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23 SACRED LUXURIES Fragrance, Aromatherapy & Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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LISE MANNICHE |
25.00 |
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Paraphernalia Books 'N' Stuff |
[publisher: Cornell University Press, Ithaca, New York] First Edition Larger hardcover with blue boards, unclipped jacket; Both book and jacket are in fine condition, only slightest of edgewear; 160 pages with index, illust. throughout in colour, some full page; A look at the social & religious aspects of fragance in ancient Egypt found in ancients texts and manuscripts. [Oshawa, ON, Canada] |
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24 Sacred Luxuries Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise; Forman, Werner |
49.95 |
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Mugwump Books: J. Brewer via Alibris |
Bx-26 Cornell University Press 1999 Hardcover 0801437202. Hardcover. 4to. Cornell University Press. 1999. 160 pgs. DJ in excellent shape, unclipped and with no tears present. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks, binding tight and solid, boards clean with no wear present. BX-26; 0.7 x 10.7 x 9.8 Inches; 160 pages. |
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25 Sacred Luxuries Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise; Forman, Werner |
49.95 |
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Mugwump Books |
[publisher: Cornell University Press, Bx-26] Hardcover. 4to. Cornell University Press. 1999. 160 pgs. DJ in excellent shape, unclipped and with no tears present. No ownership marks present. Text is clean and free of marks, binding tight and solid, boards clean with no wear present. BX-26; 0.7 x 10.7 x 9.8 Inches; 160 pages. [Bronx, NY, U.S.A.] |
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26 Sacred Luxuries-Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
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Librairie Bernard Letu via Alibris |
London, England Opus 1999 Cloth- New- in New- jacket 28 x 24 cms. 160 pages-in English-100 color illustrations-photography by Werner Forman-a professor of Egyptology and author took from ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources to describe the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egypt, their preparation and, even, recipes-biblio., ancient Egyptian terms and index. |
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27 Sacred Luxuries. Fragrance, Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt.[Buy it!]
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Photographs by Werner Forman. London 1999. 4°. Publ."s cloth with dustjacket. 160 pp. |
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28 Sacred luxuries. Fragrance, aromatherapy & cosmetics in ancient Egypt.[Buy it!]
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Antiquariaat Het Vervolg [Netherlands] |
London, Opus, 1999. 160 pp. Colour ills. With photo"s by Werner Forman. ISBN: 9780953554607. |
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29 Sacred Luxuries.- Fragrance, Aromatherapy & Cosmetics In Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche. Lise |
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London.: Opus Publishing., 1999. 160pp. 1.12Kg. Drawing on ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources, the author explores the application of perfumes in ritual and social occassion, and its influence on Egyptian art and poetry. Beautifully illustrated in colour with photographs by Werner Forman. MINT in near MINT d/w. Owing to the weight extra shipping charges will be incurred.. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. MINT/Near MINT. 4to - over 9!" - 12" tall. Opus Publishing. 0953554600 |
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30 Sacred Luxuries.- Fragrance, Aromatherapy & Cosmetics In Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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[publisher: Opus Publishing., London.] First Edition 160pp. 1.12Kg. Drawing on ancient Egyptian, Greek and other sources, the author explores the application of perfumes in ritual and social occassion, and its influence on Egyptian art and poetry. Beautifully illustrated in colour with photographs by Werner Forman. MINT in near MINT d/w. Owing to the weight extra shipping charges will be incurred. [Ringwood, HAM, United Kingdom] |
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31 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
49.95 |
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Cornell University Press. Hardcover. New. New copy, no remainder marks Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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32 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
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[publisher: Cornell University Press] New copy, no remainder marks [Palm City, FL, U.S.A.] |
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33 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
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34 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance Aromatherapy and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
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35 SACRED LUXURIES: FRAGRANCE, AROMATHERAPY AND COSMETICS IN ANCIENT EGYPT[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche & Werner Forman |
25.00 |
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Cornell University Press. 1999. Light edgewear, else new and unread.109 . Hardcover. Cornell University Press |
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36 Sacred luxuries: fragrance, aromatherapy and cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
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UNITED KINGDOM 4to, black cloth, dust wrapper. Pp 160, with many illustrations. The Egyptians attached great importance to fragrance, and the preparation and use of many exotic and sophisticated ointments are discussed. A number of recipes are included, but are not guaranteed for use. First Edition Hardback London Opus Book Publishing Ltd 1999 ISBN: 0953554600 Werner Forman (photographer) |
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37 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche |
85.95 |
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Hardcover. New. Brand New, Perfect Condition. May Ship From Overseas, Allow 15-45 days Delivery Time (Average 30 days). 0801437202 |
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38 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche |
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UNITED STATES The art of modern fragrance-making owes much to practices developed in ancient Egypt. The Egyptians attached great importance to perfumes and cosmetics, which men and women wore to make themselves... Format: Hardcover Condition: New |
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39 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
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Cornell University Press, 1999-10. Hardcover. Very Good. Excellent customer service. Prompt Customer Service. Buy with confidence. Ships Fast. Expedite Shipping Available. Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
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Cornell University Press, 1999-10. Hardcover. Very Good. Minor wear along the edges of book cover. A minor amount of hand-writing on the end pages. Minor amount of soiling to page edges. Other than that in excellent condition with tight binding and clean, unmarked pages that have no highlighting, underlining and/or hand-written notes on the rest of the book.We usually ship within 24 hours. Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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Lise Manniche; Photographer-Werner Forman |
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UNITED STATES Excellent customer service. Prompt Customer Service. Buy with confidence. Hardcover Cornell University Press 1999-10 Very Good |
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42 Sacred Luxuries: Fragrance, Aromatherapy, and Cosmetics in Ancient Egypt[Buy it!]
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Manniche, Lise |
40.00 |
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Ithaca: Cornell Univ Press, 1999. Cloth in mylar protected dust-jacket. 160 pages w/ notes, bibliography and index; color illustrations. This profusely illustrated book examines the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egyption society and discusses there preparation, in some cases providing actual recipes. A clean, tight copy in "as new" condition. First Edition. Cloth. Fine/Fine. Quarto. Cornell Univ Press 0801437202 |
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Manniche, Lise |
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Cornell University Press. Hardcover. 0801437202 Good condition. May have some markings & or shelfwear. All pages intact. Immediate shipping for all orders and FREE STANDARD DELIVERY on Domestic US Orders! International, APO, FPO and PO Box addresses accepted. All of our titles are exactly the same title as shown and are 100% Guaranteed! Used items may not include extras such as infotrac, CD or other web access codes. We recommend expedited shipping for faster delivery. Standard shipping may take up to 14 business days. . Good. Cornell University Press 0801437202 |
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Manniche, Lise |
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Manniche, Lise |
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Manniche, Lise |
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Cornell University Press. Hardcover. 0801437202 The art of modern fragrance-making owes much to practices developed in ancient Egypt. The Egyptians attached great importance to perfumes and cosmetics, which men and women wore to make themselves attractive and alluring, to restore vitality and good health, and as a means of venerating the gods and of negotiating a passage to the realm of the hereafter. In this lavishly illustrated, oversized book, Lise Manniche looks at the role played by scents and cosmetics in ancient Egyptian society and discusses their preparation--in some cases providing actual recipes. Manniche details three categories of ingredients used by the Egyptians to make fragrances: plants, including cardamom, cinnamon, saffron, and mint; gums and resins, particularly myrrh and frankincense; and oils and fats ranging from almond oil to ox fat. "In order [for a scent] to achieve fame," Manniche writes, "the finished product had to have an aura of rarity, of exclusiveness, and of the divine. The more exotic the ingredients, the more valued the commodity; the more exquisite its presentation, the greater the appeal. In this way, the visual and olfactory arts combined to make small objects of the greatest luxury appreciated not only in Egypt, but all over the ancient world." Drawing on Arabic and other sources, Manniche explores the application of perfumes in ritual and on social occasions, and examines the erotic connotations of scent in Egyptian ... |
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[publisher: 1999 Opus] . First. Hard Cover. Book- VG. DJ- VG. 11x9.5. 160pp. 100 colour photos by Werner Forman. [Gloucestershire, GLS, United Kingdom] |
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[publisher: London, Opus Publishing Limited.] First Edition 10 3/4"x9 1/2". First edition. The role played by scents & cosmetics in ancient Egyptian society, with details of some preparations. 160pp, num colour illustrations, bibliography, index. Hardback / hard cover - navy boards, backstrip lettered in gilt. FINE copy in FINE unclipped dust jacket. [BIRMINGHAM, , United Kingdom] |