The Symbolism of Vanitas in the Arts, Literature, and Music: Comparative and Historical Studies (Studies in Comparative Literature)

By Liana Cheney

This work explores research on the symbolism of vanitas as seen in the Danse of Death, the treatment of hair, the use of mirrors, and the depiction of skulls.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0889463999
• ISBN13: 9780889463998
• Release Date: January 1991
• Publisher: Edwin Mellen Pr
• Weight: 1.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.5" x 1.3" x 6.5"