Legends Of The Madonna: As Represented In The Fine Arts

By Anna Brownell Jameson

Book Overview

Legends of the Madonna: As Represented in the Fine Arts is a book written by Anna Jameson that explores the various artistic representations of the Virgin Mary from different cultures and eras. The book is divided into chapters, each devoted to a different aspect of the Madonna's life and legend. Jameson delves into the symbolism and iconography of the Madonna, discussing the ways in which artists have portrayed her as a mother, a queen, a martyr, and a divine figure. Through her analysis of famous works of art, Jameson provides insight into the cultural and religious significance of the Madonna in different historical contexts. The book is a comprehensive study of the Madonna's representation in art and serves as a valuable resource for art historians, religious scholars, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and spirituality.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: 1428634991
• ISBN13: 9781428634992
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 1.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"