The Art of Faith: A Guide to Understanding Christian Images - Couverture souple

Couchman, Judith

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1557256306 ISBN 13 : 9781557256300

Editeur : Paraclete Press, 2010

Synopsis

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.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Judith Couchman is the author of over 40 books and compilations, and an international speaker. She also teaches art history online for the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. Her other books include The Mystery of the Cross, The Shadow of His Hand, and Designing a Woman's Life.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Paraclete Press
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1557256306
• ISBN 13: 9781557256300
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 304
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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