Gospel Figures in Art

by Stefano Zuffi

Book Overview

In viewing the great works of sacred Western art, many people find difficulty in understanding the stories and identifying the figures portrayed in them. This informative guide decodes these often-mysterious scenes and reveals a vibrant world of images from the Christian tradition for museum visitors, students, and art enthusiasts alike.
Gospel Figures in Art examines depictions of stories and figures from both the New Testament's canonical gospels...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 089236727X
• ISBN13: 9780892367276
• Release Date: November 2003
• Publisher: J. Paul Getty Museum
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.4" x 7.6"