John James, an Australian architect and historian, researched the origins of Gothic architecture. He analyzed stone structures' construction history,... Læs mere
Silk fabrics woven with gold thread, predominantly produced in Italy, were depicted frequently in Renaissance painting, both in costumes... Læs mere
Irving Lavin's two-volume collection spans Late Antiquity to 20th-century art,... Læs mere
This volume compiles Richard Spear's influential research on Baroque painting, covering various aspects and artists of the 17th century. It also includes reflections on the state of art history research and key articles from his career, providing valuable insights into the field.
This book explores depictions of women's daily life in Byzantine art from the 4th to the Empire's end. It covers aspects like childbearing, motherhood, household work, and women in various roles. The book provides insight into women's experiences in Byzantine society through art.
This work, a significant study of Byzantine churches in Istanbul, combines historical research, architectural detail, and original photos and drawings, making it a valuable resource. An introduction by Professor Gilbert Dagron is included.
This book explores the emergence and impact of the left-handed Evangelist icon in late Byzantine art, primarily in manuscripts but also... Læs mere
John Mitchell's study at San Vincenzo al Volturno monastery examines the role of visual culture in early medieval Europe.... Læs mere
The two previous volumes in Dr. Fussell’s study of The Old English Farming Books have become the standard works of reference on the agricultural literature... Læs mere
The text discusses the development of English landscape painting during the 18th and 19th centuries, notably by artists like Gainsborough, Stubbs, Constable, and Turner. It highlights the artificial nature of this landscape, shaped by agricultural revolution and Enclosure Acts.
Volume 4 of Dr. Fussell's bibliography covers the period from Royal Agricultural Society's founding to the Corn Laws' abolition. It reflects the spread of the agricultural revolution in England and modern agricultural production.
The last volume of "The Old English Farming Books" series, completed before the author's death, covers 19th-century intensive farming, agricultural... Læs mere