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Art of Faith: A Guide to Understanding Christian Images
Contributor(s): Couchman, Judith (Author)
ISBN: 1557256306     ISBN-13: 9781557256300
Publisher: Paraclete Press (MA)
OUR PRICE:   $23.74  
Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats
Published: July 2012
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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
 
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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.

Whatever your relationship to art or Christianity, open this book when you're curious about a painting, sculpture, symbol, or other sacred work. It will answer your questions about The Art of Faith.