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History of art: Byzantine & Medieval art c 500 CE to c 1400

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History of art: Byzantine & Medieval art c 500 CE to c 1400

Hardcover. Drawing on an array of artworks and chroniclers' accounts, to reassess the medieval visual culture in which banquets were staged, this book shows the ways of appreciating artistic skill and attending to their own processes of perception, thereby forging a court culture that delighted in the exercise of fine aesthetic judgment. Num Pages: 272 pages, 4 colour plates, 35 halftones. BIC Classification: 1D; 3H; ACK; AS; HBJD; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 239 x 165 x 28. Weight in Grams: 584.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2015
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226242200
ISBN
9780226242200
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 57.10
€ 49.03

Hardcover. This interdisciplinary collection, which brings together new research on a range of patristic and medieval texts and visual materials, sets the cultural transformation of early medieval Ireland and Britain in the context of these islands' inheritance from late antiquity and their engagement with the wider medieval world. Editor(s): Scully, Diarmuid; Mullins, Elizabeth. Num Pages: 486 pages, Illustrations, ports. BIC Classification: 1DBK; 1DBR; 3H; ACK; HBJD1; HBLC1. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 163 x 44. Weight in Grams: 1002.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Cork University Press Cork
Number of pages
486
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Condition
New
SKU
V9781859184660
ISBN
9781859184660
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 49.00
€ 38.37

Paperback. Bringing together advice and information from a group of eminent scholars, this title aims to develop in the reader an informed and realistic approach to the mechanisms for accessing and handling manuscripts in what may be limited time. It is suitable for students and fledgling researchers in Anglo-Saxon history and literature. Editor(s): Owen-Crocker, Gale R. Series: Exeter Medieval Texts and Studies. Num Pages: 336 pages, c. 50 b&w, c. 70 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 2ABA; ACK; CFL; DSBB; HBLC; HDDM. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 247 x 169 x 25. Weight in Grams: 846.
Publisher
Liverpool University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859898416
ISBN
9780859898416
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 41.99
€ 37.50

Hardcover. The Bayeaux Tapestry is unique both as a historical document and as a work of art. It was made soon after the Battle of Hastings in 1066, and it tells the story of the events that led up to William the Conqueror's invasion of England and the battle itself. Num Pages: 234 pages, 234, many col and b/w pls. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; ACK; AFW; HBJD; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 352 x 272 x 26. Weight in Grams: 2180.
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
234
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Edition
01st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780500251225
ISBN
9780500251225
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 37.22

Hardcover. The classic work on the techniques, language and interpretation of icons in the context of theology and faith. Commentary and analysis of the main types of icons. Lavishly illustrated, with 160 pages of text with drawings, 13 b/w and 51 color plates. Translator(s): Palmer, G. E. H.; Kadloubovsky, E. Num Pages: 224 pages, 64ill.(51col.). BIC Classification: ACK; HRCC8. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 240 x 308 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1658.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
1999
Publisher
St Vladimirs Seminary Pr
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780913836774
ISBN
9780913836774
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 51.09
€ 40.11

Paperback. A fresh appraisal of the art of Anglo-Saxon England, focusing on art as an aesthetic vehicle and art as an active political force. Num Pages: 352 pages, 82 black & white illustrations, 12 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3F; ACK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 175 x 264 x 27. Weight in Grams: 880.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783270958
ISBN
9781783270958
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 34.99
€ 30.06

Hardback. Scholarly assessment of the Bayeux Tapestry has moved beyond studies of its sources and analogues, dating, origin and purpose, and site of display. This book demonstrates the value of interpretive approaches to this famous and iconic artefact, by examining the textile's materiality, visuality, reception and historiography. Editor(s): Foys, Martin K.; Overbey, Karen Eileen; Terkla, Dan. Num Pages: 248 pages, 34 colour, 11 black and white. BIC Classification: 3H; ACK; AFWH; HBJD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 179 x 246 x 24. Weight in Grams: 552.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
248
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843834700
ISBN
9781843834700
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 77.33
€ 70.45

Paperback. Focuses on one of the most remarkable examples of gothic art to have survived, a unique functioning table decoration. Series: Cleveland Masterwork. BIC Classification: ACK; AGC; HBLC1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 220 x 222 x 15. Weight in Grams: 676.
Publisher
GILES
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907804946
ISBN
9781907804946
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 19.72

Hardcover. A celebration of the finest 300 works of Byzantine art. Num Pages: 304 pages. Dimension: 298 x 264 x 31. Weight in Grams: 2250.
Publisher
Phaidon Press Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
304
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714848105
ISBN
9780714848105
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.32
€ 54.68

Hardback. An investigation of the depiction of the story of Theophilus in both its original texts, and images. Num Pages: 283 pages, 60 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: ACK; AG; JFHF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 23 x 15 x 15. Weight in Grams: 666.
Edition
Illustrated
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
283
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781843844617
ISBN
9781843844617
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 116.35

Paperback. The vivid scenes on the Bayeux Tapestry depict the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Who commissioned the tapestry? Was it Bishop Odo, William's ruthless half-brother? This book shows how we remake history in every age and how a great work of art has a life of its own. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations, colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DDF; ACK; HB; WFB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 130 x 24. Weight in Grams: 278.
Publisher
Vintage Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
368
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
New Ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780099450191
ISBN
9780099450191
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 19.49

Hardback. Focusing on one of the greatest periods of English art and architecture, this book includes arguments about the role of invention, making and the powers of Gothic art. It locates what became known as the Decorated Style within patterns of commissioning, designing and imagining whose origins lay in pre-Gothic art. Series: The Paul Mellon Centre for Studies in British Art. Num Pages: 448 pages, 175 colour images + 100 b/w illustrations. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 3H; ACK; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 287 x 227 x 37. Weight in Grams: 2166.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300204001
ISBN
9780300204001
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 41.67

Paperback. Num Pages: 560 pages. BIC Classification: ABC; ABK; ACK; HBJD; HBLC1; HRAX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 129. .
Publisher
Penguin Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2018
Condition
New
SKU
V9780141977492
ISBN
9780141977492
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 15.06

Hardcover. Explores the history of Europe and the Mediterranean, bridging the gap between the Mediterranean and the North of Europe, the Byzantine and Roman empires and the barbarian world of the Dark Ages; a period that saw Christianity established as a major world religion as well as the rise of Islam. Num Pages: 340 pages, 250 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: ACG; ACK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 224 x 216 x 29. Weight in Grams: 1240.
Publisher
British Museum Press
Number of pages
366
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Condition
New
SKU
V9780714123202
ISBN
9780714123202
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 33.99
€ 29.04

Paperback. The first millennium saw a rich and distinctive artistic tradition form in Europe. In this book, Lawrence Nees explores issues of artistic patronage, craftsmanship, holy men and women, monasteries, secular courts and the expressive and educational roles of artistic creation. Series: Oxford History of Art. Num Pages: 272 pages, numerous colour and halftones. BIC Classification: 1D; ACK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 168 x 18. Weight in Grams: 666.
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192842435
ISBN
9780192842435
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 23.27

Hardback. Prior to the invention of the printing press, all books had to be written by hand. Illuminated manuscripts are the beautiful manifestation of this craft. Beginning with a thoughtful introduction, Illuminated Manuscripts Masterpieces of Art goes on to showcase key works in this stunning artistic genre. Series: Masterpieces of Art. Num Pages: 128 pages, 100 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: 1D; ACK; AKD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 238 x 211 x 17. Weight in Grams: 750.
Publisher
Flame Tree Publishing
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781783612116
ISBN
9781783612116
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 17.99
€ 13.75

Hardcover. Examines medieval culture from different viewpoints to reveal how the art of the Middle Ages can provide an insight into the wider issues of medieval politics and culture. This title includes the essays that address the teaching of medieval art and architecture as well as examine society's longing for ecclesiastical drama. Editor(s): Heller, Ena; Pongracz, Patricia C. Num Pages: 224 pages, 90 col. BIC Classification: ACK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 257 x 218 x 20. Weight in Grams: 1120.
Publisher
D Giles Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
224
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Condition
New
SKU
V9781904832690
ISBN
9781904832690
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 36.20

Paperback. A delightful translation of one of the finest, and most beautiful, examples of a medieval Bestiary. Num Pages: 206 pages, 136, 136 colour illustrations, 136 colour. BIC Classification: ACK; AKLB; DNF; JFHF; WN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 142 x 14. Weight in Grams: 434. Being an English Version of the Bodleian Library, Oxford, MS Bodley 764. 205 pages, with 136 col illus. A delightful translation of one of the finest, and most beautiful, examples of a medieval Bestiary. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: ACK; AKLB; DNF; JFHF; WN. Dimension: 216 x 142 x 14. Weight: 426. Translator(s): Barber, Richard.
Publisher
Boydell & Brewer
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851157535
ISBN
9780851157535
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.86

Paperback. Translator(s): Hawthorne, John G.; Smith, C. S. Series: Dover Art Instruction. Num Pages: 272 pages, 45 illustrations. BIC Classification: ACK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 164 x 16. Weight in Grams: 500.
Publisher
Dover Publications Inc. United States
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1979
Edition
New ed
Condition
New
SKU
V9780486237848
ISBN
9780486237848
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 19.99
€ 16.02

Paperback. Delightful, oft-reprinted guide to the foliate heads so common in medieval sculpture. This was the first-ever monograph dedicated to the Green Man. Num Pages: 128 pages, 173, 170 black and white, 3 line drawing. BIC Classification: 1D; 3F; 3H; ACK; AFK; JFHF; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 276 x 215 x 10. Weight in Grams: 440.
Publisher
D. S. Brewer
Number of pages
128
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Edition
New edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780859914970
ISBN
9780859914970
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 26.99
€ 23.86

paperback. A summary of mediaeval aesthetic ideas, by Italian novelist and playwright Umberto Eco. Juxtaposing theology and science, poetry and mysticism, Eco explores the relationship that existed between the aesthetic theories and the artistic experience and practice of mediaeval culture. Translator(s): Bredin, Hugh. Series: Yale Nota Bene. Num Pages: 144 pages. BIC Classification: 3F; 3H; ABA; ACK; ACN; HBG; HBLC; HPN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 194 x 129 x 11. Weight in Grams: 122.
Publisher
Yale University Press
Number of pages
144
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2002
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780300093049
ISBN
9780300093049
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 15.99
€ 12.76

Hardcover. A comprehensive and timely exploration of the key role Jerusalem played in shaping the art and culture of the Middle Ages Editor(s): Boehm, Barbara Drake; Holcomb, Melanie. Num Pages: 352 pages, 354 color illus. BIC Classification: 1FBH; ACK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 248 x 316 x 36. Weight in Grams: 2328.
Publisher
Metropolitan Museum of Art
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
y First printing
Condition
New
SKU
V9781588395986
ISBN
9781588395986
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 71.06

Paperback. The early Middle Ages witnessed many innovations in European architecture including the medieval castle, church spire and monastic cloister. Avoiding traditional emphasis on chronological development, the author explores issues and themes, examining the achievements in design and construction. Series: Oxford History of Art. Num Pages: 272 pages, numerous colour and halftone illustrations, line drawings, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1D; ACK; AM; HBJD; HBLC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 236 x 167 x 16. Weight in Grams: 648.
Publisher
OUP Oxford
Number of pages
272
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1999
Edition
Oxford History of Art
Condition
New
SKU
V9780192842237
ISBN
9780192842237
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 23.31

Paperback. The Christ Child in Medieval Culture is the first interdisciplinary investigation of how representations of the Christ Child were conceptualized and employed in this period. Num Pages: 372 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: ACK; HBG; HBLC; HRAX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 156 x 230 x 25. Weight in Grams: 584.
Publisher
University of Toronto Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
Reprint
Condition
New
SKU
V9781442628908
ISBN
9781442628908
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 45.99
€ 41.19

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