Early Christian Art: From The Rise Of Christianity To The Death Of Theodosius
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André Grabar's seminal work, Early Christian Art: Ad 200-395, chronicles the formative period of Christian artistic expression. This scholarly volume presents a comprehensive examination of the visual culture that emerged during the crucial centuries following Christianity's inception. It details the stylistic innovations and iconographic developments that defined early Christian imagery, from catacomb paintings to sarcophagus reliefs. Grabar illustrates how these artistic forms reflected the evolving theological doctrines and social structures of the nascent Christian community. This authoritative text offers invaluable insights into the origins of a profound artistic tradition.
Author: André Grabar
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Odyssey Press
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Faded and chipped DJ. Minor stains on book block. Internally sound. Clean text.
André Grabar's seminal work, Early Christian Art: Ad 200-395, chronicles the formative period of Christian artistic expression. This scholarly volume presents a comprehensive examination of the visual culture that emerged during the crucial centuries following Christianity's inception. It details the stylistic innovations and iconographic developments that defined early Christian imagery, from catacomb paintings to sarcophagus reliefs. Grabar illustrates how these artistic forms reflected the evolving theological doctrines and social structures of the nascent Christian community. This authoritative text offers invaluable insights into the origins of a profound artistic tradition.