The Life Of Our Lord In Art: With Some Account Of The Artistic Treatment Of The Life Of St. John The Baptist

""The Life of Our Lord in Art: With Some Account of the Artistic Treatment of the Life of St. John the Baptist"" is a book by Estelle M. Hurll that explores the artistic representations of the life of Jesus Christ and John the Baptist. The book is a comprehensive guide to the various art forms that have been used to depict the life of Jesus, including paintings, sculptures, and stained glass windows. It also examines the different interpretations of the life of John the Baptist and how he has been depicted in art throughout history. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the life of Jesus, such as his birth, ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection. Each chapter includes a detailed analysis of the art that has been created to represent that particular event, as well as information about the artists who created the works. The book also includes numerous illustrations of the art, allowing readers to see the different styles and techniques used by artists throughout history.In addition to exploring the art of the life of Jesus, the book also provides insight into the historical and cultural context in which the art was created. It discusses the religious and political influences that shaped the art of different eras and how these influences affected the way that Jesus and John the Baptist were depicted.Overall, ""The Life of Our Lord in Art"" is a fascinating and informative book that provides a comprehensive look at the artistic representations of the life of Jesus and John the Baptist. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in art history, religious studies, or the life of Jesus.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.