Publisher's Synopsis
""A Handbook Of Christian Symbols And Stories Of The Saints As Illustrated In Art"" by Clara Erskine Clement is a comprehensive guide to the symbols and stories found in Christian art. The book explores the religious symbolism used in Christian art, including the use of colors, animals, plants, and objects, and explains their meanings and significance. It also provides a detailed account of the lives of various saints and their stories, as depicted in art. The book is richly illustrated with images of Christian art from different periods and regions, making it a valuable resource for art historians, students of religion, and anyone interested in Christian art and symbolism. The author, Clara Erskine Clement, was a prominent American art historian and writer who specialized in the study of Christian art. Her book is a timeless classic that continues to be a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of Christian art and symbolism.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1899 Edition.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.
