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OverviewThe Biblical Saviour is not a static, immaterial deity: Christ's mortal birth, unusual life and dramatic death make him an accessible subject for religious and secular artists alike. Whether they show the spirituality of God Incarnate or the earthly characteristics of a flesh-and-blood man, artistic depictions of Christ are the most controversial, moving or inspirational examples of religious art. This richly illustrated book explores the various ways that Christ is rendered in art, from Cimabue's Nativity scenes and Fra Angelico's paintings of the Crucifixion to the provocative portraits of Salvador Dali and Andres Serrano. The art world is filled with the presence of the Virgin Mary a fundamental symbol of motherhood, who has been radiating youthfulness, tenderness and compassion for two thousand years. Finding in her an inexhaustible source of inspiration, artists have consistently used the image of the Virgin Mary to reflect our own sufferings and joys. The author Kyra Belan leads us on a comprehensive tour analysing the profound meaning to be found in the images of the Virgin from personal interpretations to spiritual reflections on a universal level. These works of art present a fascinating visual commentary on the evolution of Western art as well as a striking record of the rise in status of women in society. With more than 200 illustrations, two thousand years of human history are expressed in a single image; that of the Blessed Virgin, Christ's mother. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Ernest Rena , Kyra BelanPublisher: Parkstone Press Ltd Imprint: Parkstone Press Ltd Edition: Luxury ed. ISBN: 9781844848874ISBN 10: 1844848876 Pages: 512 Publication Date: 28 September 2020 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Not yet available This item is yet to be released. You can pre-order this item and we will dispatch it to you upon its release. Language: English, French & German Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationErnest Renan (1823-1992) was a French philosopher, historian and religious scholar. He is famous for his important works on Christianity and for his political theories.Kyra Belan has a doctorate in art history and also holds degrees in the decorative arts and in higher education. Currently serving as the Otto M. Barkhardt Chair, she teaches art and the history of art at the Broward Community University in Florida. She also lectures on feminine spirituality and on mythology in art. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |