Der Bilderkreis Des Riechischen Physiologus

von Josef Strzygowski

Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

First published in 1900, this seminal work by the Austrian art historian Josef Strzygowski explores the iconography of the Riechischer Physiologus, a medieval bestiary that was hugely influential in the development of European art. With detailed analysis of the symbolism and meaning of the animals depicted in the Physiologus, as well as their cultural and historical context, Strzygowski provides a fascinating insight into the worldview of medieval Europe. Richly illustrated with reproductions of medieval art, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of art, culture, or religion.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

• ISBN: 9781022113503
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 18.07.2023
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC