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The Wilton Diptych

Categorie	Algemeen Kunst
Boeknummer	#318645-KN13
Titel	The Wilton Diptych
Auteur	Gordon, Dillian
Boektype	Gebonden hardcover met stofomslag
Uitgeverij	London : National Gallery Compabny
Jaar van uitgave	2015
ISBN10	1857095839
ISBN13	9781857095838
Taal	Engels
Beschrijving	Original gilt lettered blue cloth, dust jacket, illustrartions in colour and b/w, 4to.
Samenvatting	The Wilton Diptych is a comprehensive account of one of England's greatest surviving medieval treasures, now in the collection of The National Gallery, London. The painting depicts King Richard II (1367-1400) being presented to the Virgin Mary and Christ by John the Baptist and two English Kings, revered as saints. The brilliant color and lavish use of gold give it the appearance of a luxury object, yet its primary function was religious, as an altarpiece for the king's private devotions. The author analyzes the iconography, historical context, style, materials, and techniques used to create this precious work, and discusses the likely identity of the artist and the possible evidence that this picture was known to and referenced by William Shakespeare in his play Richard II. Further stud... (Lees verder)y of the intricate detail, varied techniques, and decorative effects shows connections to French metalwork and manuscript illumination, while newly commissioned photography reveals exquisite details unseen by the naked eye. Published by National Gallery Company/Distributed by Yale University Press
Pagina's	143
Conditie	Goed
Prijs	€ 8,00

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