The Monumental Effigies of Scotland: From the Thirteenth to the Fifteenth Century (1895) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169232327)

The book ""The Monumental Effigies Of Scotland: From The Thirteenth To The Fifteenth Century"" is a comprehensive study by Robert Brydall, published in 1895. The book focuses on the monumental effigies found in Scotland during the thirteenth to the fifteenth century. These effigies are sculptures or carvings of people, usually depicting them in a recumbent position, often found on tombs or memorials.Brydall's book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an introduction to the subject matter, discussing the history and development of monumental effigies in Scotland. The second part is a detailed analysis of the effigies themselves, with descriptions of their appearance, construction, and symbolism.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the effigies, along with detailed descriptions of each one. Brydall also provides historical context for each effigy, discussing the person or family it represents and the significance of its placement.Overall, ""The Monumental Effigies Of Scotland"" is an important resource for anyone interested in Scottish history, art, or architecture. Brydall's meticulous research and detailed descriptions make this book a valuable reference for scholars and enthusiasts alike.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: Robert Brydall
ISBN-10: 1169232329
ISBN-13: 9781169232327
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 88
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 7.01h x 10.00w x 0.25d