9781332758180 - The Ancient Cross Shafts at Bewcastle and Ruthwell: Enlarged From the Rede Lecture Delivered Before the University of Cambridge on 20 May 1916 (Classic Reprint) de ... (3 resultados)

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

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

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history and intricate symbolic meanings of the high crosses at Bewcastle and Ruthwell in the United Kingdom and examines the themes of early art and Christianity in England. High crosses were used by Christian missionaries as an educational tool for sharing stories from the Bible with those who came to visit the often remote locations where they were placed. Using an array of iconography, these impressive monuments tell a narrative that chronicles the life of Christ as well as the lives of local saints and historic figures. The author examines the artistic context of the high crosses, contrasting the native design elements with the continental artistic influences that shaped their appearance. This work will appeal to those interested in early Christianity and art history, shedding light on an important chapter in the development of religious expression and artistic traditions in England. 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.