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Signs & Symbols in Christian Artby George Wel Ferguson
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:First published in 1954 and having gone through several editions, this comprehensive book remains the authoritative source in the study of symbols in Christian art. This paperback edition includes all of the three hundred fifty illustrations from the original edition, as well as the complete and unabridged text, revealing . the symbolism inherent in representations of religious personages, the Earth and Sky, animals, birds, insects, and flowers. In addition to a discussion of objects treated symbolically in Christian art, George Ferguson explores Old Testament characters and events and their symbolic representation in art. In addition to a discussion of objects treated symbolically in Christian art, George Ferguson explores Old Testament characters and events and their symbolic representation in art.
Synopsis:Examines the use and meaning of Christian symbols found in Renaissance art.
About the AuthorThe late George Ferguson was Rector of Saint Philip's In the Hills Episcopal Parish in Tucson, Arizona.
Table of ContentsThe Reason Why by Rush H. Kress
An Introduction by George Ferguson I. Animals, Birds, and Insects II. Flowers, Trees, and Plants III. Earth and Sky IV. The Human Body V. The Old Testament VI. St. John the Baptist VII. The Virgin Mary VIII. Jesus Christ IX. The Trinity, the Madonna, and Angels X. The Saints XI. Radiances, Letters, Colors, and Numbers XII. Religious Dress XIII. Religious Objects XIV. Artifacts List of Plates Index of Names and Subjects What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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