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Set in Stone : The Face in Medieval Sculpture by Charles T. Little (2006, Hardcover)

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The face in medieval sculpture was an exploration in human identity, marked not only by evolving nuances of style but also by the ongoing drama of European history. The 81 magnificent sculpted heads featured in this volume provide a sweeping view of the Middle Ages, from the waning days of the Roman Empire to the dawn of the Renaissance. Each sculpture bears eloquent witness to its own remarkable history, whether it was removed because of changing tastes or for political reasons, such as being cut off the head of a king on a grand cathedral facade. The book is organized into seven thematic sections, including Iconoclasm and The Stone Bible, which explore the process of reconnecting these works to their origins using both traditional art historical methods as well as the latest scientific technology. An essay on medieval physiognomy by the distinguished scholar Willibald Sauerlnder introduces the volume.

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PublisherYale University Press

ISBN-100300117817

ISBN-139780300117813

eBay Product ID (ePID)57030905

Product Key Features

LanguageEnglish

TopicGeneral, History / Medieval, Europe / General, Europe / Medieval, Art, Architecture, History

AuthorCharles T. Little

IllustratorYes

Dimensions

Item Length11in

Item Weight51.3 Oz

Item Width8.5in

Additional Product Features

Publication NameSet in Stone : the Face in Medieval Sculpture

Lccn2006-020906

Dewey Decimal734

Lc Classification NumberNb1932.S48 2006

Publication Year2006

TypeTextbook

Dewey Edition22

FormatHardcover

Reviews"I found this volume to be wonderfully written, exquisitely illustrated, and reflective of the best scholarship available."-Sarah Blick, Sixteenth Century Journal, "I found this volume to be wonderfully written, exquisitely illustrated, and reflective of the best scholarship available." Sarah Blick, Sixteenth Century Journal, "I found this volume to be wonderfully written, exquisitely illustrated, and reflective of the best scholarship available."ï¿½Sarah Blick, Sixteenth Century Journal

Target AudienceCollege Audience

Number of Pages222 Pages