- SKU: 9781169756779
- BARCODE: 9781169756779
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Sculptures of Chartres Cathedral - Hardcover
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by Margaret Marriage (Author), Ernest Marriage (Author)
The book ""Sculptures of Chartres Cathedral"" by Margaret Marriage is a comprehensive guide to the magnificent sculptures that adorn the Chartres Cathedral in France. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the cathedral and its sculptures, as well as an analysis of the artistic techniques and styles used to create them.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the sculptures. The first chapter provides an overview of the cathedral and its history, while the second chapter explores the iconography of the sculptures and the religious themes they represent.The third chapter delves into the technical aspects of the sculptures, such as the materials used and the methods of construction. The fourth chapter examines the influence of different artistic styles on the sculptures, including Romanesque and Gothic.The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations to help readers visualize the sculptures and understand their significance. Overall, ""Sculptures of Chartres Cathedral"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in medieval art and architecture, and a must-read for those planning a visit to the Chartres Cathedral.1909. Text in English and French. The aim of this book, by utilizing modern photography, is to illustrate the cathedral on a scale not before attempted. Although this collection is not exhaustive, the authors claim it is fairly representative. It deals mainly with the sculptures on the doorway, although there are views of the general architecture and a few subjects from the interior. Over 120 photographs, fully indexed.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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