Christ In Art

By Katherine Lee Rawlings Jenner and Mrs. Henry Jenner

Book Overview

""Christ in Art"" by Mrs. Henry Jenner is a comprehensive exploration of the portrayal of Jesus Christ in art throughout the centuries. The book delves into the history of Christian art, analyzing the symbolism and meaning behind various depictions of Christ, including paintings, sculptures, and mosaics. Mrs. Jenner discusses the evolution of Christ's image in art, from the early Christian period to the Renaissance and beyond. The book also examines the various artistic styles and techniques used to depict Christ, such as Byzantine, Gothic, and Baroque. With over 150 illustrations, ""Christ in Art"" is a fascinating and informative guide to the rich and diverse world of Christian art. It is an essential read for art lovers, historians, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and religion.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: 1162932910
• ISBN13: 9781162932910
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"