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Saints in Art (1899)

[Paperback]

by Clara Erskine Clement

Author
Clara Erskine Clement
Book Format
Paperback / softback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing Co
Published
January 2004

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Saints in Art is a comprehensive reference book that explores the depiction of saints in art throughout history. Written by Clara Erskine Clement, an American art historian and writer, the book provides an in-depth analysis of the iconography, symbolism, and artistic techniques used to represent saints in various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, and stained glass.The book is organized chronologically, beginning with the early Christian period and continuing through the Renaissance and Baroque eras. Each chapter focuses on a specific time period and provides detailed descriptions of the most significant saints and their representations in art during that period. The book also includes a glossary of terms and a comprehensive index for easy reference.Saints in Art is an invaluable resource for art historians, students, and anyone interested in the history of religious art. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the evolution of religious iconography and the role of saints in Christian art. With its detailed analysis and beautiful illustrations, this book is a must-have for anyone who appreciates the beauty and significance of religious art.1899. Contents: Concerning the Representations of Saints in Art; The Evangelists; The Apostles; The Fathers of the Church; Patron Saints; The Virgin Patronesses and the Great Virgins of the Latin Church; Other Saints Important in Art; An Explanation of the Symbolism Proper to Representations of the Saints. Copiously Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.