Mosaics in the Medieval World

Mosaics in the Medieval World

EnglishHardback
James Liz
Cambridge University Press
EAN: 9781107011984
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In this book, Liz James offers a comprehensive history of wall mosaics produced in the European and Islamic middle ages. Taking into account a wide range of issues, including style and iconography, technique and material, and function and patronage, she examines mosaics within their historical context. She asks why the mosaic was such a popular medium and considers how mosaics work as historical 'documents' that tell us about attitudes and beliefs in the medieval world. The book is divided into two part. Part I explores the technical aspects of mosaics, including glass production, labour and materials, and costs. In Part II, James provides a chronological history of mosaics, charting the low and high points of mosaic art up until its abrupt end in the late middle ages. Written in a clear and engaging style, her book will serve as an essential resource for scholars and students of medieval mosaics.
EAN 9781107011984
ISBN 1107011981
Binding Hardback
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Publication date October 5, 2017
Pages 650
Language English
Dimensions 288 x 223 x 32
Country United Kingdom
Readership Tertiary Education
Authors James Liz
Illustrations 1 Tables, color; 162 Plates, black and white; 12 Maps; 161 Halftones, color; 1 Halftones, black and white; 4 Line drawings, black and white