Apocalypse

by Camille Flammarion

Overview

 

The final book of the Bible, called both Revelation and Apocalypse, prophesises what ill happen at the end of time. During the Middle Ages, in a society which deeply believed in God and was mainly ruled by religious authorities, this theme has often been used in art. Its symbolic content allowed for many different interpretations, using various types of support (tapestries, illuminations, sculpture, and painting). This book pools the most famous pieces of art inspired by this theme, such as the Apocalypse drapery from the cathedral of Angers, the carved tympanum of the Autun cathedral, and the fresco in Albi cathedral. The theme of the Apocalypse was a means to impress minds while also allowing artists to develop their imaginations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781780427157
Publisher:	Parkstone International
Publication date:	03/22/2012
Series:	Mega Square
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
File size:	29 MB
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Language:	French

About the Author

 

Collective work, Parkstone Press.