In this richly illustrated volume Rosa Giorgi argues that because much of Western art depicts key events, leaders, and practices in the history of the Christian Church, knowledge of that history is critical to an appreciation of many of our great masterpieces. Giorgi begins by analyzing artistic representations of liturgical objects, including altars, crosses, and censers, and follows with an examination of the duties and vestments of the...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0892369361
ISBN13:9780892369362
Release Date:January 2009
Publisher:J. Paul Getty Museum
Length:384 Pages
Weight:1.60 lbs.
Dimensions:1.0" x 5.4" x 7.8"
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