Isbn: 9781332191758 - roodscreens and roodlofts, vol. 1 of 2 (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating journey into the history of chancel screens, those architectural elements that divide the sanctuary of a church from the nave. The author examines the development of screenwork from its origins in the Jewish Tabernacle, through the early Christian churches, and into the rich and complex forms of medieval architecture. The book explores the evolution of the screen, from simple veils to elaborate stone and wood structures, tracing how changing liturgical practices and the architectural styles of different eras influenced design and function. The book also delves into the symbolism of screenwork, showing how these barriers represented both physical and spiritual divisions within the church. The author examines the use of the roodloft, a gallery often built above the screen, and explores the changing role of screenwork in the post-Reformation period. This book offers a detailed and insightful analysis of the history and significance of chancel screens, providing a valuable resource for anyone interested in medieval architecture, church history, and the symbolism of religious structures. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …