A Dictionary of Christian Art by Linda Murray
The Dictionary of Christian Art, now rebranded in the best-selling Oxford Paperback Reference series, is a unique and fascinating exploration of the art and architecture that has been influenced and inspired by biblical stories and Christian history and beliefs. The Dictionary combines general essays on the periods and styles important in the history of Christian art with lots of shorter entries that describe specific works, artists, themes, and visual images, and which give the reader practical guidance on where in Europe to locate the works described. The Dictionary of Christian Art, now rebranded in the best-selling Oxford Paperback Reference series, is a unique and fascinating exploration of the art and architecture that has been influenced and inspired by biblical stories and Christian history and beliefs. The Dictionary combines general essays on the periods and styles important in the history of Christian art with lots of shorter entries that describe specific works, artists, themes, and visual images, and which give the reader practical guidance on where in Europe to locate the works described. Among the many features of this dictionary are: detailed essays on periods and styles in art and architecture, including Byzantine, Renaissance, Baroque; general background to the Old and New Testaments, and to Christian tradition and beliefs; forms of art influenced by Christianity, such as illuminated manuscripts, stained glass; artists and architects and their works, for example Fra Angelico, Donatello, Pugin, and many others; and places and buildings, including Assisi, Roma, St Paul's, the Sistine Chapel. There are also descriptions and explanations of features of Christian churches, significant saints, popes, saints, and rulers, and a glossary of Architectural Terms and detailed bibliography.
It is impossible to over-praise this bookIt works on every level. Sister Wendy Beckett comprehensive encyclopaedic dictionary provides especially detailed essays on periods and styles in art and architecture. The Business Economist a labour of love in every sense, and one which bears the marks of many years' reading ... astounding value for money Brian Brindley, Catholic Herald
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| ISBN 13 | 9780198609667 |
| ISBN 10 | 0198609663 |
| Title | A Dictionary of Christian Art |
| Author | Linda Murray |
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| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press |
| Year published | 2004-10-01 |
| Number of pages | 672 |
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