Understand the language, imagery and symbolism of great Western painters from medieval times to the twentieth century In The Secret Language of Art Sarah Carr-Gomm provides a fascinating guide to the key figures, themes, events and symbols that form the subject matter of Western painting. Strikingly illustrated with 75 great works, this book is the ideal companion for all art lovers, gallery goers and students of art history. This book is divided into five chapters: Classical Myth and Legend; The Bible and the Life of ...
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Understand the language, imagery and symbolism of great Western painters from medieval times to the twentieth century In The Secret Language of Art Sarah Carr-Gomm provides a fascinating guide to the key figures, themes, events and symbols that form the subject matter of Western painting. Strikingly illustrated with 75 great works, this book is the ideal companion for all art lovers, gallery goers and students of art history. This book is divided into five chapters: Classical Myth and Legend; The Bible and the Life of Christ; Saints and their Miracles; History, Literature and the Arts; and Symbols and Allegories. Each chapter includes a portfolio of paintings, followed by a thematic directory of figures and symbols.
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Very Good Condition. Cover shows faint signs of use, but is unmarked and undamaged. All pages clean, crisp and fresh. Overall, very sound and presentable. Publisher's note: "Divided by theme into five chapters, this title include Classic Myth and Legend; The Bible and the Life of Christ; Saints and their Miracles; History; and Literature and the Arts. It provides a guide to the key figures, themes, events, symbols and emblems of Western painting-with detailed commentaries on 75 great paintings." Size: 23.5 x 18.2 x 2.8 cm. 256 pp. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Art & Design; Painting, Medieval--Themes, motives; Painting, Modern--Themes, motives; Art; Symbolism in art; Painting; Christianity and art; Painting--Appreciation; ISBN: 1844838595. ISBN/EAN: 9781844838592. Add. Inventory No: 230402SEX004035.
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Good. Light shelf wear, with some gentle tanning to cover. Contents clean. Last 2 pages has been mis-cut. A-format paperback. 256 p. Colour illustrations. Intended for college/higher education audience.
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Dispatched, from the UK, within 48 hours of ordering. This book is in good condition but will show signs of previous ownership. Please expect some creasing to the spine and/or minor damage to the cover. Grubby book may have mild dirt or some staining, mostly on the edges of pages.
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Good. Paperback This item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. It may have marks on or in it, and may show other signs of previous use or shelf wear. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket. Packed with care, shipped promptly.
