Signs and Symbols in Christian Art: With Illustrations from Paintings of the Ren

Description: Signs and Symbols in Christian Art by George Ferguson Divided into 14 chapters, text and illustrations reveal the symbolism inherent in representations of religious personages, the Earth and Sky, animals, birds, insects, and flowers. George Ferguson also explores Old Testament characters and events and their symbolic representation in art. 350 illustrations. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description First published in 1954 and having gone through several editions, this comprehensive book remains the authoritative source in the study of symbols in Christian art. This paperback edition includes all of the three hundred fifty illustrations from the original edition, as well as the complete and unabridged text, revealing . the symbolism inherent in representations of religious personages, the Earth and Sky, animals, birds, insects, and flowers. In addition to adiscussion of objects treated symbolically in Christian art, George Ferguson explores Old Testament characters and events and their symbolic representation in art. In addition to a discussion of objectstreated symbolically in Christian art, George Ferguson explores Old Testament characters and events and their symbolic representation in art. Author Biography The late George Ferguson was Rector of Saint Philips In the Hills Episcopal Parish in Tucson, Arizona. Table of Contents The Reason Why by Rush H. KressAn Introduction by George FergusonI. Animals, Birds, and InsectsII. Flowers, Trees, and PlantsIII. Earth and SkyIV. The Human BodyV. The Old TestamentVI. St. John the BaptistVII. The Virgin MaryVIII. Jesus ChristIX. The Trinity, the Madonna, and AngelsX. The SaintsXI. Radiances, Letters, Colors, and NumbersXII. Religious DressXIII. Religious ObjectsXIV. ArtifactsList of PlatesIndex of Names and Subjects Review "A tremendous help to so many students who havent been raised with the exposure to Christian iconography. Thanks!"-- Nancy Noonan-Morrissey, Front Range Community College"Excellent reference book--well-organized and highly informative--also, moderately priced!"--Marie Canaves, Cape Cod Community College"Ferguson has brought a dead language back to life. He writes simply and clearly."--The Chicago Tribune"[A] superb volume."--The Christian Century"An extraordinarily beautiful and useful book....For clergymen, both Protestant and Catholic, who are interested in liturgies and symbolism, for architects and artists, and for all devotees of art this is an unusually valuable volume."--Kirkus Reviews"A good book of reference for the general reader."--The Nation"The publication of this book is an important event. There is no comparable guide in English to the profoundly beautiful symbolism of Christian art."--John Walker, Director Emeritus of the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C."Whether as a reference work or as an invitation to fascinating browsing, the book is a treasure."--Journal of Bible and Religion"An excellent resource with its nicely organized and easy-to-find explanations of persons, symbols, events/beliefs depicted in Christian art. My students found it to be a useful tool as they worked on their interpretations of paintings and other artistic renderings of NT texts. I hope this book will stay in print."--Professor Benjamin Fiore, Canisius College Promotional A classic work on Christian symbolism, now in an updated and unabridged edition Kirkus US Review Originally published a few years ago, this attractive and most useful book is now offered in a popular edition, complete and unabridged. The text is written by the Rev. George Ferguson, rector of St. Philips Church, Tucson, Arizona. It provides a clear and simple explanation of the many signs and symbols to be found in Christian art, and is profusely illustrated with sixteen full color paintings by outstanding Renaissance artists, as well as 96 pages of black and white plates. These in large part are reproduced from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation. A complete index adds to the usefulness of the book, which should find its way into every clergymans library as well as those who take a serious interest in the symbols which enrich and adorn the Christian faith. Many a childs question will find the answer here. (Kirkus Reviews) Long Description First published in 1954 and having gone through several editions, this comprehensive book remains the authoritative source in the study of symbols in Christian art. This paperback edition includes all of the three hundred fifty illustrations from the original edition, as well as the complete and unabridged text, revealing . the symbolism inherent in representations of religious personages, the Earth and Sky, animals, birds, insects, and flowers. In addition to adiscussion of objects treated symbolically in Christian art, George Ferguson explores Old Testament characters and events and their symbolic representation in art. In addition to a discussion of objects treated symbolically in Christian art, George Ferguson explores Old Testament characters and eventsand their symbolic representation in art. Review Text "A tremendous help to so many students who havent been raised with the exposure to Christian iconography. Thanks!"-- Nancy Noonan-Morrissey, Front Range Community College"Excellent reference book--well-organized and highly informative--also, moderately priced!"--Marie Canaves, Cape Cod Community College"Ferguson has brought a dead language back to life. He writes simply and clearly."--The Chicago Tribune"[A] superb volume."--The Christian Century"An extraordinarily beautiful and useful book....For clergymen, both Protestant and Catholic, who are interested in liturgies and symbolism, for architects and artists, and for all devotees of art this is an unusually valuable volume."--Kirkus Reviews"A good book of reference for the general reader."--The Nation"The publication of this book is an important event. There is no comparable guide in English to the profoundly beautiful symbolism of Christian art."--John Walker, Director Emeritus of the National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C."Whether as a reference work or as an invitation to fascinating browsing, the book is a treasure."--Journal of Bible and Religion"An excellent resource with its nicely organized and easy-to-find explanations of persons, symbols, events/beliefs depicted in Christian art. My students found it to be a useful tool as they worked on their interpretations of paintings and other artistic renderings of NT texts. I hope this book will stay in print."--Professor Benjamin Fiore, Canisius College Review Quote "Whether as a reference work or as an invitation to fascinating browsing, the book is a treasure."--Journal of Bible and Religion Feature Now available in new covers New Feature The Reason Why by Rush H. Kress An Introduction by George Ferguson I. Animals, Birds, and Insects II. Flowers, Trees, and Plants III. Earth and Sky IV. The Human Body V. The Old Testament VI. St. John the Baptist VII. The Virgin Mary VIII. Jesus Christ IX. The Trinity, the Madonna, and Angels X. The Saints XI. Radiances, Letters, Colors, and Numbers XII. Religious Dress XIII. Religious Objects XIV. Artifacts List of Plates Index of Names and Subjects Details ISBN0195014324 Author George Ferguson Short Title SIGNS & SYMBOLS IN CHRISTIAN A Language English ISBN-10 0195014324 ISBN-13 9780195014327 Media Book Format Paperback Series Galaxy Books Subtitle With Illustrations from Paintings of the Renaissance Residence US Death 1997 Imprint Oxford University Press Inc Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9780195014327 UK Release Date 1977-06-30 AU Release Date 1977-06-30 NZ Release Date 1977-06-30 US Release Date 1977-06-30 Publisher Oxford University Press Inc Year 1977 Publication Date 1977-06-30 DEWEY 246.5 Series Number 164 Illustrations plates, line-drawings Audience General Pages 304 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:1074191;

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