Art of Faith: A Guide to Understanding Christian Images Contributor(s): Couchman, Judith (Author) |
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ISBN: 1557256306 ISBN-13: 9781557256300 Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA) OUR PRICE: $23.74 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: July 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Art | Subjects & Themes - Religious - Religion | Christianity - General |
Dewey: 704.948 |
LCCN: 2012005604 |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6" W x 8.9" (0.95 lbs) 322 pages |
Themes: - Religious Orientation - Christian |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Have you stood in front of a painting and thought, What does this mean? The Art of Faith answers this question again and again, with insight, wit, and verve, providing a thorough reference to Christian art through the centuries. Practical and easy to read, this book unfolds the ancient world of Christian images for believers who want to enrich their faith, college students studying art history, and travelers to religious sites. With this book in hand, you can visit museums, churches, or other sacred places and identify a work of art's style and meaning. Or even explore the signs and symbols of your local church. |