Choir Stalls And Their Carvings: Examples Of Misericords From English Cathedras And Churches (1896)

By Emma Phipson

Book Overview

""Choir Stalls and Their Carvings: Examples of Misericords from English Cathedrals and Churches"" is a book written by Emma Phipson and published in 1896. The book is a comprehensive guide to the history and art of choir stalls and their carvings in English cathedrals and churches. The author provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of the misericords, which are small wooden seats with carvings underneath, found in these religious buildings. The book covers the history of choir stalls, their development over time, and the symbolism and meaning behind the carvings. It also includes information on the craftsmen who created the misericords and the materials and techniques used in their construction. This book is an invaluable resource for art historians, scholars of religious history, and anyone interested in the art and architecture of English cathedrals and churches.With An Introduction And Descriptive Notes.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120176123
• ISBN13: 9781120176127
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 338 Pages
• Weight: 1.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 8.3" x 11.0"