Saints in Art (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162626666)

Saints in Art is a comprehensive guide to the representation of saints in art throughout history. Written by Clara Erskine Clement, an American art historian, the book covers a wide range of saints from different cultures and religions, including Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. The book is organized by saintly attributes, such as martyrdom, healing, and wisdom, and includes information on the stories and legends associated with each saint.The book features over 200 illustrations of saints in various forms of art, including painting, sculpture, and stained glass. The images are accompanied by detailed descriptions of the saints' lives and the symbolism and iconography used to represent them. The book also includes a glossary of terms and a list of saints and their attributes for easy reference.Saints in Art is a valuable resource for art historians, religious scholars, and anyone interested in the representation of saints in art. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of different religions and their saints, and offers insights into the artistic techniques and styles used to depict them. Whether you are an art lover or a religious scholar, Saints in Art is a must-read book that will deepen your understanding of the spiritual and artistic traditions of different cultures.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.

Author: Clara Erskine Clement
ISBN-10: 1162626666
ISBN-13: 9781162626666
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 428
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.87d