Webster, Leslie
Anglo-Saxon Art
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801477669
- author:
- Webster, Leslie
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Cornell University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 24.38 x 19.05 x 2.54 centimetres
- Genre:
- History, Europe, Great Britain,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Anglo-Saxon Art: A New History This comprehensive introduction to Anglo-Saxon art marks a significant milestone in the field, taking into account the 2009 discovery of the Staffordshire Hoard, the largest cache of Anglo-Saxon gold and silver metalwork ever found. Written by a leading scholar, the book is illustrated with many of the most impressive artifacts, providing a unique insight into this period of English history. The Anglo-Saxon period, spanning from A.D. 400 to 1100, was a time of profound cultural transformation, marked by the emergence of a recognizably medieval civilization. This book explores the changing nature of Anglo-Saxon art, its roles in culture, and its influence on the context in which it was created. From its early manifestations in metalwork and ceramics to the great manuscripts, ivories, and sculpture of the period, the book reveals the distinctive stylistic and iconographic features that defined Anglo-Saxon art. Through its examination of this inventive and creative culture, the book sheds new light on the artistic heritage of England, one that had a significant impact far beyond its borders.
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