In the files of the Excavation of the Ancient Agora, there are over 400 watercolors and drawings by Piet de Jong, perhaps the greatest painter and designer of archaeological findings of the 20th century. They depict places, people, palaces, and of course, small and large objects that came to light in one of the most important sites of the ancient world.
For the first time, a representative selection of Piet de Jong's best works is presented in this book, showcasing the richness of his color palette, which is unparalleled in the history of archaeology.
Sixteen expert archaeologists discuss the material represented by the images, offering a unique introduction to the art hidden in the Ancient Agora, from Neolithic times to the years of Turkish rule.