The Four Evangelists: In Classic Art (1900)

By Rachel Adelaide La Fontaine

Book Overview

The Four Evangelists: In Classic Art (1900) by Rachel Adelaide La Fontaine is a book that explores the depiction of the four evangelists - Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John - in classic art. The book features a collection of paintings, sculptures, and other works of art that depict the four evangelists, along with detailed descriptions of each piece and its historical context.La Fontaine provides insights into the symbolism and iconography used in these works of art, helping readers to understand the deeper meanings behind the images. The book also includes biographical information about the four evangelists and their contributions to the New Testament.Overall, The Four Evangelists: In Classic Art is a valuable resource for art enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone interested in the history and symbolism of Christian art.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: 1120760240
• ISBN13: 9781120760241
• Release Date: December 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"