Siena: The City Of The Virgin
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Titus Burckhardt
Binding: Hardback
Published: London, New York : Oxford University Press, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Siena: The City Of The Virgin presents a profound examination of Siena's spiritual and artistic legacy, focusing on its unique devotion to the Virgin Mary. Titus Burckhardt chronicles the city's medieval flourishing, illustrating how its art, architecture, and civic life were inextricably linked to this sacred patronage. The text offers an insightful perspective on the theological underpinnings that shaped Siena's cultural identity, revealing the profound symbolism embedded within its urban fabric. It argues for the enduring relevance of traditional sacred art and its capacity to express universal spiritual truths. This scholarly work provides a compelling narrative for anyone interested in art history, medieval studies, or the spiritual dimensions of European culture.
Author: Titus Burckhardt
Binding: Hardback
Published: London, New York : Oxford University Press, 1960
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: No markings
Siena: The City Of The Virgin presents a profound examination of Siena's spiritual and artistic legacy, focusing on its unique devotion to the Virgin Mary. Titus Burckhardt chronicles the city's medieval flourishing, illustrating how its art, architecture, and civic life were inextricably linked to this sacred patronage. The text offers an insightful perspective on the theological underpinnings that shaped Siena's cultural identity, revealing the profound symbolism embedded within its urban fabric. It argues for the enduring relevance of traditional sacred art and its capacity to express universal spiritual truths. This scholarly work provides a compelling narrative for anyone interested in art history, medieval studies, or the spiritual dimensions of European culture.