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Book Synopsis: The early Christian and medieval mosaics in Italy are among the most artistic creations of their time. Richly endowed with magnificent color plates, this opulent volume draws on 19 outstanding mosaic decorations to present a comprehensive panorama of this spectacular form of art. Early Christian apse mosaics and mosaic cycles provided for monumental beginnings to Christian pictorial art. Although supplemented by new images since the 12th Century, the early Christian themes were held in high regard up through the Middle Ages. During the Middle Ages, the mosaic's stylistic devices already showed a transcendental-Christian compliant world view. The author's knowledge becomes apparent in his descriptions of the development of mosaic art in Italy, whose centers during the early years were found in Rome and Ravenna. Since the 6th century, the presentations see an increasingly Byzantine influence. After a prolonged interruption there came a brief revival in Rome around the year 800, but mosaic art only reached full fruition during the 12th and 13th centuries when, in addition to Rome, mosaic cycles became evident in Venice, Sicily, and Florence. These drew heavily from Byzantine inspiration. German text.
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Are you a lover of art and history? Dive into the captivating world of early Christian and medieval mosaics in Italy with our book, "Mosaiken in Italien 300-1300" (German Edition). This exquisite volume showcases 19 outstanding mosaic decorations, accompanied by magnificent color plates that bring these artistic creations to life. Immerse yourself in a comprehensive panorama of this spectacular form of art and uncover the monumental beginnings of Christian pictorial art through the early Christian apse mosaics and mosaic cycles.
What sets this book apart is its expertly researched content on the development of mosaic art in Italy. Discover the stylistic devices that already showed a transcendent-Christian compliant world view during the Middle Ages. The author's in-depth knowledge shines through as they describe the evolution of mosaic art in Rome and Ravenna, the hubs of early mosaic creation. Witness the influence of Byzantine art since the 6th century, which continued to shape the presentations.
During the 12th and 13th centuries, mosaic art reached its full potential, extending beyond Rome to include Venice, Sicily, and Florence. These cities embraced mosaic cycles, drawing heavily from Byzantine inspiration. With our book, you'll gain a deeper understanding of this remarkable period, allowing you to appreciate the intricate details and symbolism embedded within each mosaic.
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