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Sacred Archeology: A Popular Dictionary Of Ecclesiastical Art And Institutions, From Primitive To Modern Times (1868)

Sacred Archeology: A Popular Dictionary Of Ecclesiastical Art And Institutions, From Primitive To Modern Times (1868)

Walcott, MacKenzie Edward Charles

Hardcover

Art HistoryFiction AnthologiesGeneral Christianity

ISBN10: 1164466321
ISBN13: 9781164466321
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 654
Weight: 2.47
Height: 1.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Sacred Archeology is a comprehensive dictionary that explores the world of ecclesiastical art and institutions from ancient times to the modern era. Written by Mackenzie Edward Charles Walcott, the book is a popular reference guide that covers a wide range of topics related to the history, symbolism, and significance of religious art and architecture.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of ecclesiastical art and institutions. The first section provides an overview of the history of religious art and architecture, from the earliest forms of primitive worship to the grand cathedrals of the Middle Ages.The following sections delve deeper into the various types of religious art and architecture, including sculpture, painting, stained glass, and tapestry. Each entry provides a detailed description of the artwork, as well as its historical and cultural significance.The book also covers the various institutions that have played a role in the development of religious art and architecture, including monasteries, convents, and religious orders. It explores the role of these institutions in preserving and promoting religious art and architecture, as well as their impact on the wider cultural landscape.Overall, Sacred Archeology is a fascinating and informative guide to the world of ecclesiastical art and institutions. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of religion, art, and architecture.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.

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