A Handbook of Symbols in Christian Art

Organized like a primer, with hundreds of entries in 50 categories--from A for Angels to Z for Zodiac--this handy pocket reference enables you to recognize at a glance the identity and meaning of all the elements in any Christian work of art. 162 paintings from every century illustrate the enduring themes of our biblical heritage. A short introductory essay explains how to use the handbook and the functions of symbols in art. Cross-references, illustrations, a detailed index, and the pocket-book size make A Handbook of Symbols in Christian Art an invaluable work for museum-goers, students, travelers, art collectors, and general readers.

• | Author: Gertrude Grace Sill
• | Publisher: Touchstone Books
• | Publication Date: Jun 01, 1996
• | Number of Pages: 256 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 0684826836
• | ISBN-13: 9780684826837