Costume Of Prelates Of The Catholic Church: According To Roman Etiquette (1909) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164613701)

The book ""Costume Of Prelates Of The Catholic Church: According To Roman Etiquette"" by John Abel Nainfa, published in 1909, is a comprehensive guide to the attire worn by Catholic prelates. The book provides a detailed description of the various garments and accessories worn by bishops, cardinals, and other high-ranking members of the Church, as well as the historical and cultural significance of each item. The author, John Abel Nainfa, was an expert in the field of ecclesiastical vestments and served as a consultant to the Vatican on matters of liturgical dress. In this book, he draws on his extensive knowledge and experience to provide a thorough and authoritative guide to the costume of prelates.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of prelates' attire, including the cassock, surplice, rochet, and biretta. Each chapter includes detailed illustrations and descriptions of the various garments and accessories, as well as their proper use and significance.In addition to the practical information on prelates' attire, the book also provides a historical and cultural context for the garments. Nainfa discusses the evolution of ecclesiastical dress over time, as well as the symbolism and meaning behind the various colors and styles of vestments.Overall, ""Costume Of Prelates Of The Catholic Church: According To Roman Etiquette"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and symbolism of Catholic liturgical dress, as well as those involved in the design and production of ecclesiastical vestments.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.

Author: John Abel Nainfa
ISBN-10: 1164613707
ISBN-13: 9781164613701
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 266
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d